How to Develop and Implement a National Drug Policy
Second Edition
Nonserial Publication
World Health Organization
ISBN-13    9789241545471 ISBN-10    924154547X
Order Number    11502287   
Price    CHF    26.00 / US$    31.20 Developing countries:    CHF    18.20
English     2002        91   pages
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In this new edition guidelines are given on developing a national drug policy - a crucial ingredient in every country's national health strategy and an invaluable framework to identify national goals and commitments. This expanded and extensively revised second edition discusses key policy components. These include the selection of essential drugs, affordability , finance and supply, regulation and quality assurance, rational use, research, human resources, monitoring and evaluation.

Each chapter presents useful advice and references to other sources of more detailed technical information. A valuable resource for health professionals, policy-makers and researchers, the publication takes readers through the process of planning, developing, implementing and monitoring a comprehensive policy framework based on a country's unique needs, priorities and resources.