Economic Studies on Non-Communicable Diseases and Injuries in India: A Systematic Review

ConclusionsThe results indicate the lack of engagement of economists generally and health economists in particular in research on NCDI in India. Demand from health policy makers for evidence-based decision making appears to be lacking, which in turn solidifies the divergence between economics and health policy, and highlights  the need to prioritize scarce resources based on evidence regarding what works. Capacity building in health economics needs focus, and the government’s support in this is recommended.
Source: Applied Health Economics and Health Policy - Category: Health Management Source Type: research