ABSTRACT
Objective To compare the difference on health statistical survey system between China and United States of American.Methods Four aspects in statistical agencies,legislation,survey items and health statistics information were compared.Results The system in China has its own characteristics,but it also faced with many challenges,including the relatively slow transfer and exchange of statistical information,the lack of legislation on data dissemination and sharing,the insufficient diversification of survey items and survey content.Conclusion The statistics information center of Ministry of Health should strengthen the management and coordination to ensure the data collection timely and accurately.The policies should be strengthened to protect data privacy and improve data dissemination.