As health care providers and researchers, we often struggle to capture the full picture of an individual’s overall health

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U.S. Department of Health & Human Services  /  National Institutes of Health

The Whole Person Health Index: An Integrated Self-Reported Measure Capturing Essential Components of Health

Helene Langevin Candid 2024

February 19, 2025
Helene M. Langevin, M.D.

As health care providers and researchers, we often struggle to capture the full picture of an individual’s overall health. That’s why I’m excited to introduce the Whole Person Health Index (WPHI)—a new survey tool that integrates individual-level biological and behavioral factors for use in research, public health, and patient care. 

The WPHI is a simple self-report survey tool that provides a comprehensive snapshot of a person's health. What makes this tool particularly powerful is its versatility. Health care providers and researchers can track changes over time, while patients gain valuable insights into their own health journey. The WPHI can serve as an anchor or reference point for connecting diverse health data, all while keeping the individual’s personal health perspective at its core.

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