Human Resources for Health in Southeast Asia: Shortages, Distributional Challenges, and International Trade in Health Services


 
Language:

English

Author:

Kanchanachitra C et al.

Series/Journal Title:

The Lancet

Volume:

377

Issue:

9767

Description:

This article considers the shortage and maldistribution of health personnel in countries in southeast Asia in the context of international trade in health services. It analyzes the situation and identifies factors contributing to shortages and maldistribution in many countries in the region. The effect of trade in health services on the health workforce is discussed. [from introduction]


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Subject

Geographic Focus

Resource Type