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A cross-sectional survey on ZIKV in Honduras: implications for governance and risk communication approaches
This study is the first of its kind in Central America to inform any national risk communication strategy since the inception of the Zika virus response, particularly amon g at-risk populations. (Source: International Journal of Health Governance)
Source: International Journal of Health Governance - April 11, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Achieving digital health sustainability: breaking free and CGL
International Journal of Health Governance,Volume 22, Issue 2, June 2017. Purpose Multiple challenges remain in achieving sustainability of digital health innovations, with many failing to realise their potential due to barriers to research, development and implementation. Finding an approach that overcomes these challenges is important if society is to derive benefit from these new approaches to healthcare. Having been commissioned by Local Authorities, NHS Trusts, prisons, charities and third sector providers across the UK, Breaking Free Group, who in 2010 launched Breaking Free Online (BFO), a computer-assisted therapy...
Source: International Journal of Health Governance - April 11, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Calling all authors
International Journal of Health Governance,Volume 22, Issue 2, June 2017. (Source: International Journal of Health Governance)
Source: International Journal of Health Governance - April 11, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Illuminating the dark corners: using research to facilitate sustainable health care
International Journal of Health Governance,Volume 22, Issue 2, June 2017. Purpose The purpose of the IJHG Review is to provide an overview of the current journal content and to identify themes common to the individual articles Design/methodology/approach A review of current articles Findings NA Research limitations/implications NA Practical implications The review provides readers with a preview of the content which can help to direct them to the most relevant articles for their needs. Originality/value The IJHG Review is unique in the Emerald portfolio. No other journal presents a synopsis of contents in this way. (...
Source: International Journal of Health Governance - April 11, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Review of 'An Undisciplined Economist: Robert G Evans on Health Economics, Health Care Policy and Population Health'
International Journal of Health Governance,Volume 22, Issue 2, June 2017. (Source: International Journal of Health Governance)
Source: International Journal of Health Governance - April 11, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Evidence-based management of Caribbean health systems: barriers and opportunities.
International Journal of Health Governance,Volume 22, Issue 2, June 2017. Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore and assess barriers and opportunities for evidence-based management and decision-making in health care systems of the small island developing states of English-speaking Caribbean. Design/methodology/approach The study utilized grounded theory to collect and analyze data on experiences and perceptions of 20 senior managers/leaders from seven Ministries of health in the region. It used semi-structured, in-depth interviews comprising open-ended questions. Data analysis comprised open, focused and theoret...
Source: International Journal of Health Governance - April 11, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Team care approach to population health and care management
International Journal of Health Governance,Volume 22, Issue 2, June 2017. Purpose As the US health system moves to value-based care and aligns payment with quality, the role of the primary care provider (PCP) is becoming ever more important. The purpose is to outline a successful population health and care management strategy depending on accountable teams to standard work-flow and agreed upon process and outcome measures in order to achieve the triple aim of improved health, patient experience and value. Design/methodology/approach Two major areas of focus for primary care are 1) ensuring that all patients receive appro...
Source: International Journal of Health Governance - April 11, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Editorial
International Journal of Health Governance,Volume 22, Issue 1, Page 2-4, March 2017. (Source: International Journal of Health Governance)
Source: International Journal of Health Governance - February 7, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Use of prone position restraint within a mental health trust
International Journal of Health Governance,Volume 22, Issue 1, Page 52-60, March 2017. Purpose The purpose of this paper is to improve the quality of care of patients presenting with challenging behaviour. Design/methodology/approach Current guidelines are described, and adherence to the standards is audited, with a particular emphasis on physical restraint. Findings The results of the clinical audit revealed that in the substantial majority of episodes of challenging behaviour, non-physical techniques were used prior to the need to intervene with physical restraint; however, when physical restraint was used, there was ...
Source: International Journal of Health Governance - February 7, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

Dementia-friendly wards
This study supports staff perceived views of the positive influence that “de mentia friendly” design may have for patients with dementia. Both the physical design modifications of the ward and staff interaction were highlighted as positively influencing patient well-being, and daily activity engagement. Staff members also felt that they needed to balance the clinical ward priorities, with the contextual requirements of patients with dementia, to establish an effective “dementia friendly” ward. Originality/value The value of this research is the combined consideration of an environmental assessment tool and qualita...
Source: International Journal of Health Governance - February 7, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research

National health workforce regulation
This study demonstrates that effective design of governance arrangements for regul atory bodies needs to address regulatory tasks to be undertaken as well as the existing roles, and ongoing interests of governments in participating in those regulatory activities. It highlights that a unique arrangement, while appearing problematic in theory may in practice deliver intended regulat ory outcomes. (Source: International Journal of Health Governance)
Source: International Journal of Health Governance - February 7, 2017 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: research