HLTC43H3 Lecture 3: HLTC43 Lecture 3.pdf
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Purpose: to introduce frameworks for understanding decision making in the health policy-making process. Theories are based in assumptions that influence how we look at health policy. The dominant approach to public policy emphasizes objectivity in a contested, political process. What is a theory? o o o o. Emphasize different features of policy process to explain decision- making. Approach/assumptions rooted in values & general model of society. Theories influence development and implementation of health policy. Understanding assumptions important to understanding health policy issues. Characteristics of theories (i): levels of analysis o. Contours of political system/how power exercised within it. Private approach (commodities to be bought and sold on open market) Market approach: delivery; commodity (health); buy on open market; be charged for it. Market-oriented approaches to delivery of goods and services. 2) (health care) creation of public-private partnerships (health) creation of national day-care program o. Can recommend changes to both types of health policy.
