Regional Framework for Action on Access to Essential Medicines in the Western Pacific (2011-2016)

Download or read book Regional Framework for Action on Access to Essential Medicines in the Western Pacific (2011-2016) written by WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific and published by . This book was released on 2014-02-17 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To ensure continuation of the strategies and actions outlined in the Regional Strategy (2005-2010) and to include new issues and areas that need reinforcement the Regional Framework for Action on Access to Essential Medicines in the Western Pacific (2011-2016) hereafter referred to as the Framework for Action was developed. The issues that emerged after the introduction of the Regional Strategy and the continuing challenges met by countries which this new Framework for Action seeks to address include the following: (1) essential medicines as a core building block of health systems strengthening for renewed primary health care; (2) essential medicines benefits as part of health insurance and social protection; (3) rights-based approach to improving access to essential medicines; (4) better medicines for children; (5) intercountry information sharing to promote regional collaboration; and (6) transparency and good governance.