There is something out there deep in the waters off the Southern coast of Australia. The search is on, in an unchartered area of a huge submarine abyss, the Bremer Canyon, for a predator that is big enough to eat a 3 metre great white shark.
The global movement toward universal health coverage (UHC) is accompanied by requests for large increases in government health spending in some countries. This combined with the global economic situation and stagnant economic growth across many low- and middle-income countries make it more critical than ever to place health financing discussions firmly in the context of macroeconomic and fiscal realities. Unfortunately, there is often a disconnect in decision making, with key fiscal decisions made in the absence of a clear understanding on the one hand of the potential consequences for the health sector, and on the other, the consequences for the country’s macroeconomic and fiscal position of increasing or reallocating government spending. Constructive health financing policy dialogue aims to reach a common understanding between health sector leaders and central budget authorities about policy objectives for the health sector and the resources needed to achieve those objectives, how much priority will be given to health in the government budget, and how the health sector will be held accountable for using funds effectively. This common understanding should be built on a realistic picture of the country’s macroeconomic and fiscal context, the constraints and competing priorities in the budget-setting process. When ministries of health and ministries of finance have a common understanding of macroeconomic and fiscal constraints, discussions can focus productively on using funds within the potential health resource envelope in the most effective way to achieve health system objectives. This guidance note outlines the key components of the macroeconomic, fiscal, and public financial management context that need to be considered for an informed health financing discussion at the country level. The guidance note is organized around four sets of questions that are key to placing the health financing dialogue in the context of a country’s macroeconomic and fiscal context. Each section points to measures, resources, and analytical tools that are available to assist in answering these questions for a specific country. The guidance note draws on case studies from 11 countries moving toward or sustaining universal health coverage conducted as part of the Japan†“World Bank Partnership Program on UHC as well as from other country examples.
Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery: Clinical Practice and Surgical Atlas is the third and final single-volume medical reference and surgical atlas for the ob-gyn subspecialities. Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility and Gynecologic Oncology have already been signed
This title looks at how glass artists work, the types of art they make, and how they are produced. It includes case studies of real-life artists and spotlights examples of outstanidng work in this medium.
Approx.860 pagesApprox.860 pages - NEW! Thoroughly updated content reflects the latest drug information and current thinking on pharmacologic management. - NEW macro- and chapter-level organization is based on body systems rather than drug classes, for better coverage of the medications prescribed for the health problems affecting specific body systems. - NEW and UNIQUE! Chapter format begins with an overview of anatomy, physiology, and disease processes — as opposed to drug classes or drug types — and then follows the World Health Organization's Process for Rational Prescribing, using a six-step approach to drug selection and discussing first-, second-, and third-line treatments for each specific problem. - NEW! Practical learning aids include: - Black Box Warning boxes that draw attention to critical drug safety precautions. - Clinical Guidelines: Bookmark This features that identify websites where updated clinical guidelines can be found. - Medication Dosages tables that include dose ranges, maintenance doses, and, where appropriate, plans for dose escalation and de-escalation (e.g., corticosteroids). - Practice Pearls boxes that highlight good prescribing practices, safety measures, follow-up recommendations, serum blood level monitoring, referrals to specialty providers, and other key prescriber tips. - NEW! Prescribing Considerations unit addresses issues of medication adherence, prescription writing, cost, and quality assurance. - NEW! Updated coverage of pain management reflects the current realities of substance use and the opioid crisis.
This volume analyzes Ghana s National Health Insurance Scheme and highlights the range of policy options needed to assure its financially sustainable transition to universal coverage.
Winner Primary Library Book Series - 2008 Awards for Excellence in Educational PublishingvClimate Change explores the effects of the weather patterns on the world. It is part of a series for upper primary students that explores some of the major environmental issues that are currently affecting the earth. Climate Change presents five issues and explores each over four pages. The problem is first introduced and then steps toward a sustainable future are presented.Visual Texts: - graphs
Hi there! This is Earth speaking. My environment is being threatened by some serious problems and I need your help. My global challenge to you is to find ways to manage these issues and to build a sustainable future. The Global Issues series presents information about major environmental topics. Each book takes one topic and examines it through five related issues. Each issue outlines the problem and offers solutions for a sustainable future. two case studies for each issue "What can you do?" advice for individuals Book jacket.
How much do you know about your digestive system? This fascinating book answers questions such as:vWhat happens to the food you swallow?What does each type of food do for your body?What happens when you vomit?What does it look like inside the digestive system?This book takes students right inside the body to find out how the digestive system works, why things can go wrong and what you can do to stay healthy. The Our Body series examines six of the human body systems. Special features in
This book takes students right inside the body to find out how the muscular system works, why things can go wrong and what you can do to stay healthy. vIt answers questions students have about their body such as:How many muscles do you have?What does each muscle do in your body?How do your muscles change as you grow?What happens if you tear a muscle?The Our Body series examines six of the human body systems. Special features include: Health Tips Fascinating Facts Under the Micros
The Fast Forward Independent Texts reinforce the skills and knowledge students have gained from instructional /guided reading sessions. The Fast Forward Independent Texts are carefully levellled for independent reading allowing children to experience reading success on their own terms. Ages 8+.
Describes how rocks that make up the surface of the Earth cycle through different stages and forms and discusses the importance of this cycle to life on Earth.
Shortlisted - Primary Library Book Series - 2007 Australian Awards for Educational Publishing This informative book illustrates how the animal life cycle helps maintain the balance of nature. It focuses on how living and non-living things depend on each other, and on the ways humans sometimes negatively impact on this. In this book, students will learn about the animal life cycle and on the important role it plays in nature. This visually striking book also focuses on how cycles interact
The Fast Forward Independent Texts reinforce the skills and knowledge students have gained from instructional /guided reading sessions. The Fast Forward Independent Texts are carefully levellled for independent reading allowing children to experience reading success on their own terms. Ages 8+.
How much do you know about your circulatory system? This book answers many questions that middle to upper primary students have about this system, such as:vWhat is blood?What makes your blood look red?How long are the blood vessels in your body?What happens during a heart attack?Read the Our Body series to find out about six of the human body systems. Each book in the series explores the parts and functions of a system and reveals how diseases can affect the body. Special features inlcude
Introduces the concept of the food chain, describing how plants, animals, and decomposers act to sustain each other in a delicate balance that may be endangered due to human activity.
Earth's environment is being threatened by some serious problems. Our global challenge is to find ways to manage these problems and to build a sustainable future. The Environment in Focus series provides information about major environmental problems. Each book takes one problem and examines it through five related issues. Each issue outlines the concern and offers solutions for a sustainable future. two case studies for each issue Fast Facts-bites of information relating to sustainability "What Can You Do?" advice for individuals. Book jacket.
Earth's environment is being threatened by some serious problems. Our global challenge is to find ways to manage these problems and to build a sustainable future. The Environment in Focus series provides information about major environmental problems. Each book takes one problem and examines it through five related issues. Each issue outlines the concern and offers solutions for a sustainable future. Special features include: two case studies for each issue Fast Facts-bites of information relating to sustainability "What Can You Do?" advice for individuals. Book jacket.
Shortlisted - Primary Library Book Series - 2007 Australian Awards for Educational PublishingThis informative book illustrates how the plant life cycle helps maintain the balance of nature. It focuses on how living and non-living things depend on each other, and on the ways humans sometimes negatively impact on this. In this book, students will learn about the plant life cycle and on the important role it plays in nature. This visually striking book also focuses on how cycles interact and
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