This report (Report 1) is a policy summary which underpins the key theme of
the conference – financial sustainability in health systems. The report touches
on the myriad elements involved in discussions on financial sustainability, and
emphasizes the need for a clarification of the key concepts as a pr...
Economic shocks present policy-makers with three main challenges:o Health systems require predictable sources of revenue. Sudden interruptions to public revenue streams can make it difficult to maintain necessary levels of health care.o Cuts to public spending on health made in response to an economic sh...
When confronted by an economic shock affecting the health sector, policymakers may decide to maintain, decrease or increase current levels of public
expenditure on health. With each option they could also reallocate funds within
the health system to enhance efficiency. A range of tools can be used to alt...
