WKC Publications
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Quality of care for chronic conditions: literature review and Delphi survey on the possible contribution...
Premature morbidity and mortality caused by the rapid rise of chronic conditions constitute a major challenge for health systems, especially in low- and...
Evidence gaps on unmet health and social care needs in the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region: executive...
This publication is part of a collection on monitoring universal health coverage in ageing populations. The collection is based on a series of studies...
Cross-regional study of evidence gaps on unmet needs for health and social care: executive summary
This publication is part of a collection on monitoring universal health coverage in ageing populations. The collection is based on a series of studies...
Evidence gaps on unmet health and social care needs in the WHO South-East Asia Region: executive summary
This publication is part of a collection on monitoring universal health coverage in ageing populations. The collection is based on a series of studies...
WKC Documents
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Long-Term Care in Ageing Populations
Long-term care (LTC) involves a range of services that help people live independently and safely when they can no longer carry out routine activities on...
Biennium Achievements 2022 - 2023
The WHO Kobe Centre (WKC) is a global research centre focusing on health systems responses to service delivery, sustainable financing, innovations,...
WHO Thematic Platform for Health EDRM Research Network Terms of reference (As of April 2024)
The WHO Thematic Platform for Health EDRM was launched by WHO and UNDRR formerly (United Nations International Strategy for Disaster Reduction, UNISDR)...
Journal articles
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Improving the quality of chronic care through purchasing arrangements in resource-constrained settings:...
Feasibility and potential value of a local governmental frail check-up program for the risk assessment...
Earlier identification of individuals at risk of needing long-term care can increase the opportunities for preventive/therapeutic interventions, leading...
Purchasing Primary Care Services for Quality Chronic Care: Capitation With Performance Payments in Four...
