1 November 2017

Mechanisms and tools for use of health information for decision-making

Evidence on mechanisms and tools for use of health information for decision-making
WHO 2017
  • An examination of the tools and mechanisms that can help to increase the use of health information in policy development. 
  • It discusses
    • packaging tools, including synthesis and visualization tools;
    • application tools, including modelling and simulation;
    • dissemination and communication tools such as electronic, automated and person-to-person dissemination methods; and
    • linkage and exchange tools, including knowledge platforms and brokering.
  • "The most effective use of health information is when all stakeholders interact and communicate to ensure the best available evidence is used to support choice of policy options."