Topic: 18-20 July 1995 and 2-4 September 1997

Author(s): Dr Stephen K Chandiwana

Place: Geneva

Organization: COHRED

Description: The measurement of Burden of Disease in Chile represents an example of research developed by the Ministry of Health to sustain national health policies. A research group, funded by the Ministry (with resources coming from a loan of the World Bank), developed this study in 1994. Results established a clear picture of the most relevant health problems in the country. In addition, they were used as reference for investment decisions and for attempts to make structural changes in the health system.

A collaborative effort of the Ministry of Health with the Centre for the Development of Vaccines at the University of Maryland, provided evidence on the cost benefit of using a new vaccine against invasive H. Influenzae infections in children. The vaccine was successfully included in the Immunisation Programs of the Ministry in 1996.

Date: 1997

Page Number: 32

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