This deliverable ‘Overview of the collection of Policy briefs on Healthy Societies in the Western Balkans’ includes the products of Task 4.3 of the POLICY ANSWERS project which addresses alignment of priorities related to healthy societies in the Western Balkans across different policy areas. This task promotes a whole-of-government approach, strengthening coordination and focusing the dialogue across different policy areas and across the region. POLICY ANSWERS Policy Brief and Report present a comprehensive analysis of Health Policy issues in the Western Balkans, addressing various dimensions including infrastructure, skills, governance models as well as strategic, legal and regulatory frameworks.. They were prepared by Marija Jevtic with support of the POLICY ANSWERS consortium and external experts. The Policy Report provides an in-depth analysis of health and public health issues in the Western Balkans (WB) economies, focusing on the challenges and opportunities within the health sector, aiming at the region’s transition towards more effective, equitable, and sustainable health and public health policies. The report examines how the region can improve health outcomes through strategic reforms, policy frameworks and strengthened governance structures, as well as by addressing the key health determinants that affect populations today. This report highlights key challenges and issues in the region, including the need for stronger public health infrastructure, the importance of mental health services, the integration of health considerations into broader policies, and the focus on prevention as a core component of health policy. By examining the current health landscape, the report provides an analysis of the policy frameworks in place and of the necessary reforms to address health needs more effectively. The Policy Brief (8 pages) provides an executive summary of the report focusing on the challenges and recommendations.
Sanja et al. (Tue,) studied this question.