This study evaluated the progress of Iran’s health system reforms aimed at achieving universal health coverage over the past three decades. Conducted between 2016 and 2017, the research used qualitative interviews with 30 senior policymakers and health providers to...
The German healthcare system 2020
This publication provides an overview of the German health system and explains its main institutions and regulatory mechanisms.
National Health Policy – Ensuring Healthy lives for all – Ghana – January 2020
Health system transformation in the Islamic Republic of Iran
Iran’s health system is undergoing significant transformation. The country’s strong foundation in primary health care, established in the 1980s through community health workers, remains a key strength. Building on this legacy, Iran is advancing toward universal health...
Strategic Health Plan for Suriname 2019-2028
The plan speaks to the development and implementation of a new healthcare model for Suriname. A logical framework defines how the healthcare system will be organized, funded and managed to deliver the required services that respond to the health needs, demands and...
Health Systems in Transition: Uzbekistan
Health System Review (HiT series) from WHO available for Uzbekistan: "Uzbekistan is a central Asian country that became independent in 1991 with the break-up of the Soviet Union. Since then, it has embarked on several major health reforms covering health care...
Organization and financing of public health services in Europe: Sweden
This document provides detailed accounts of how Sweden organizes and finances its public health services. It complements a separate comparative analysis of key issues in public health organization and financing in Europe. Aligned with the European Action Plan on...
Benin National Health Policy (PNS 2018-2030)
Benin's National Health Policy for the period 2018-2030 was formulated through an inclusive and consensual stakeholder process. This policy document defines Benin's priority objectives and strategic directions for health until 2030.
Health system functionality in a low-income country in the midst of conflict: the case of Yemen
The study reviews Yemen’s health system performance before and after the internationalisation of conflict in March 2015, using literature and data from 2005 to 2016. Prior to the conflict escalation, Yemen saw some health improvements such as increased life expectancy...
National health financing policy in Eritrea: a survey of preliminary considerations
The peer-reviewed study aimed to gather preliminary insights into the preferred components of the National Health Financing Policy (NHFP), such as its vision, objectives, and mechanisms for revenue collection and provider payments. Key findings highlight support for...
The German healthcare system
Germany’s healthcare system is founded on its Basic Law, mandating the state to provide sufficient, needs-based medical treatment and medicine. The federal government may fulfill this directly or delegate to states via service contracts. The system is highly complex,...
The National Health Services Strategic Plan 2010 – 2020
The 2010-2020 national health strategic plan for the Bahamas follows a systems approach which includes health financing. All aspects of health service provision are detailed. Implementation of appropriate and sustainable mechanisms for financing the health sector are...
