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Evidence from systematic reviews to inform decision making regarding financing mechanisms that improve access to health services for poor people.
Source: Khon Kaen; Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research; Dec 01, 2006. 67 p.
Abstract: This policy brief reports the findings of a series of systematic reviews that assessed the impact of five health financing policy options on access to health services, particular for poor populations
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Evidence from Systematic Reviews of Effects to Inform Policy-Making About Optimizing the Supply, Improving the Distribution, Increasing the Efficiency and Enhancing the Performance of Health Workers
Source: Khon Kaen; Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research; Dec 05, 2006. 78 p.
Abstract: This policy brief describes an overview of systematic reviews of the effects of training, regulatory, financial and organizational mechanisms on the supply, distribution, efficiency and performance of health workers. It was prepared for the International Dialogue on Evidence-Informed Action to Achieve Health Goals in Developing Countries (IDEAHealth)
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How is research knowledge translated into policies? Findings from studies of pre-eclampsia/eclampsia treatment and malaria control in Mozambique, South Africa and Zimbabwe
Source: Tygerberg; Medical Research Council of South Africa; March. 2007. 2 p.
Abstract: Using a case study approach, this policy brief examined the translation of knowledge from randomised controlled trials (RCTs) into health policy making in three such countries: Mozambique, South Africa and Zimbabwe. The casestudies explored policies for two health interventions: MgSO4 for the treatment of preeclampsia/eclampsia among pregnant women, and insecticide-treated bed nets (ITNs) and indoor residual spraying (IRS) for malaria control.
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Tackling health inequities through actionon the social determinants of health
Source: s.l; World Health Organization. Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean; 2007. 4 p.
Abstract: This policy brief for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region presents questions regarding social determinants of health ; What is health equity; Why social determinants of health now; What influences health outcomes; How do social determinants of health influence health outcomes; What works and how; Country actions; What are the priorities for action in the Region; What are the policy options for the Region
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Research on access to electronic health knowledge in Africa: Policy brief
Source: s.l; Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine. International Health Group; 20061030. 4 p.
Abstract:
This document was agreed by the researchers who designed, conducted, analysed and reported the research in a paper from the International Health Group, Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, UK (Helen Smith, Paul Garner); Malaria Research Group, Makarere University, Uganda; (Hasifa Bukirwa); Ifakara Health Research & Development Centre, Tanzania (Oscar Mukasa, Selemani Mbuyita, Masanja Honorati); Medical Research Council Laboratories, Banjul, The Gambia (Paul Snell); , Holy Trinity Development Foundation, Holy Trinity Foundation Hospital, Cameroon (Sylvester Adeh-Nsoh); Department of Health P...
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A mother's oral health profoundly impacts the health of her child
Source: Oakland; Children Now; 20070900. 12 p.
Abstract: This policy brief covers the oral health needs of pregnant women, new mothers and young children, and outlines key recommendations on future policy progress.
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Early years care and education
Source: Victoria; Centre for Community Child Health. The Royal Children's Hospital; 2007. 4 p.
Abstract: Children learn and develop through a combination of experiences, within and outside the family home. This Policy Brief explores the distinction that is often made about the role of care andeducation in children's services and highlights the importance of the interwoven nature of care and education. For the purpose of this Policy Brief, children's services is used as the inclusive phrase for child care and preschool/kindergarten for children aged birth to school entry.
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How to End Child Marriage: Action Strategies for Prevention and Protection
Source: Washington, DC; International Center for Research on Women - ICRW; 2007. 6 p.
Abstract: Girls who marry as children are often more susceptible to the health risks associated with early sexual initiation andchildbearing, including HIV and obstetric fistula. Lacking status and power, these girls are often subjected to domestic violence, sexual abuse and social isolation. And early marriage almost always deprives girls of their education or meaningful work, which contributes to persistent poverty.
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Health Insurance for the Poor: India
Source: London; Overseas Development Institute; 20060200. 4 p.
Abstract: A search for alternative mechanisms for meeting the healthcare needs of the poor in India has given rise to a variety of new health insurance initiatives. This paper describes three such initiatives, namely micro-health insurance, the Yeshasvini scheme in Karnataka state, and the national Universal Health Insurance scheme. Each has the overriding objective of increasing the access of poor individuals and families to quality healthcare at an affordable cost.
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Biosafety Policy Brief: African Regional Coverage Project
Source: s.l; International Institute for Sustainable Development; 20070207. 14 p.
Abstract: This policy brief aims to evaluate the challenges ahead for African negotiators on areas related to biotechnology andbiosafety during the year 2007.