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Global Health and Tropical Medicine

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The utilization of research evidence in Health Workforce Policies: The perspectives of Portuguese and Brazilian National Policy-Makers

Background The production of knowledge on Human Resources for Health (HRH) issues has increased exponentially since 2000 but integration of the research in the policy-making process is often lagging. We looked at how research on HRH contributes or not to inform policy decisions and interventions affecting the health workforce in Portugal and Brazil. Methods We […]
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Use of services for prevention of mother-to-child transmission in Angola: A retrospective analysis

Background After a long civil war that destroyed much of the country’s health infrastructure, Angola faced the challenge of reconstruction while fighting HIV/AIDS. This paper analyses recent progress in access and use of prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) services in Angola. Methods National level PMTCT data between 2005 and 2012 were analysed. Data were collected […]
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GHTM is a R&D Unit that brings together researchers from IHMT with a track record in Tropical Medicine and International/Global Health. It aims at strengthening Portugal's role as a leading partner in the development and implementation of a global health research agenda. Our evidence-based interventions contribute to the promotion of equity in health and to improve the health of populations.

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