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Table 3 Type and sources of data/information/knowledge used for decision-making in the region

From: A multi-faceted approach to promote knowledge translation platforms in eastern Mediterranean countries: climate for evidence-informed policy

Type

Source

Cost- effectiveness

Systematic reviews, literature reviews, MOH, Professional associations, Committees

Human resources (needs and supply, incentives, capacities)

Professional associations

Infrastructure (availability of equipment, maintenance)

Private sector, MOH

Population status and needs, future projection of the population

National registry, MOH information system

Quality of services

MOH, Accreditation surveys, Research, Client satisfaction

Existing policies and procedures

Healthcare institutions, regulations

Evaluation of outcomes and impact

International reports

Information on patient satisfaction

Research, Scientific committees

Legal information: legal text and legislations

Legal text, constitution

Other: Efficiency, Feasibility analysis, Situational analysis, Types and range of services

Other: Qualitative studies, Subject experts & researchers, National and International experience, WHO Reports, Accreditation, Demographic and health surveys, National Health Accounts, Ministry of Finance, Health Expenditure and Utilization Surveys