Very few studies have been carried out which try to compare national drug policies and to understand which policies have been successful, and why, in achieving the goals of availability, accessibility...
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It considers ways and means to expand the important role of traditional health practitioners in the delivery of health services in african communities by involving them more actively in measures to pr...
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It addresses the fundamental question of whether the present socioeconomic model of development adopted in many countries is compatible with basic public health principles, discusses whether the marke...
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It discusses the need for guidelines and presents four core principles and 12 guidelines for drug donations, covering such issues as selection of drugs, quality assurance, presentation and packaging.
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This report describes experiences with drug supply systems based on ration kits. It considers their impact, identifies problems, and evaluates possible solutions. Document in pdf format; Acrobat Reade...
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This document covers drugs currently used for the prophylaxis, treatment and palliative care of patients with opportunistic infections and other illnesses related to HIV infection. Document in pdf for...
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The document explains how to use standardized packages of essential drugs, supplies, and equipment to provide effective medical care following emergencies or disasters. Document in pdf format; Acrobat...
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This report sets out to provide data and information that can be used to help procurement agencies make informed decisions on the source of drugs and serve as thebasis for negotiating affordable price...
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This report reviewes recent experiences from a number of countries with shifting public - private roles in the pharmaceutical sector, and focuses on essential state functions in the sector, the curren...
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It presents an overview of current drug financing schemes in Indonesia, Myanmar, Nepal and Thailand, and discusses a range of financing options, including community cost-sharing.
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