A framework to measure the impact of investments in health research OECD Blue Sky II Forum, September 25, 2006 Alan Bernstein, Vern Hicks, Peggy Borbey, Terry Campbell Abstract This paper describes the approach taken by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) to develop a framework and indicators to measure the impact of health research. The development process included national and international consultations. Key methodology challenges and measurement requirements were identified. The framework that has resulted from this process includes definitions of key concepts, methodology guidelines, identification of the different stakeholders for impact information and the individual concerns of each stakeholder group. Indicators are …show more content…
The framework and draft indicators were published on the CIHR website in January 2006. 1 Since that time CIHR has been experimenting with populating some of the indicators. This has led to some refinements and updates, which are included in this paper. This paper provides a brief description of the conceptual framework and then discusses specific indicators. The discussion centres on the potential use of each indicator, availability of data and approaches that can be used to develop data that are not presently available. Illustrative examples for specific indicators are included, where possible. The next section includes a brief review of methodology challenges in measuring impact. The third section describes the CIHR framework and the last section discusses indicators chosen for the initial years of an ongoing development process. CIHR Operating Model CIHR Institutes Human Development, Child and Youth Health Infection and Immunity Musculoskeletal Health and Arthritis Neurosciences, Mental Health and Addiction Nutrition, Metabolism and Diabetes Population and Public Health Aboriginal Peoples’ Health Aging Cancer Research Circulatory and Respiratory Health Gender and Health Genetics Health Services and Policy Research Research Themes (Pillars) Biomedical research Clinical research Health services and policy research Population and public health research 2 Core Outcomes Research &
As an Exercise Physiology and Nutrition major, I plan on using my degree to promote wellness in the school system. America is facing an obesity epidemic and I intend to make a difference by tackling childhood obesity.
At a client’s house I made homemade mince and potatoes, with all the peeling from the carrots and potatoes and put them into the kitchen bin them emptied the kitchen bin into the outside bin.
Schultz, A., Chao, S., & McGinnis, J. (2009). Integrative medicine and the health of the public. Washington, D.C.: National Academies Press.
Private health insurance is made up of the three principal entities, which is commercial carriers, the Blues, and HMOs plus self- funded plans. The important of PHI as a source of financing for personal health care expenditures has increased slowly, but steadily (Williams & Torrens, 2010). Although there is no denying that some government health insurance programs such as Medicare deliver benefits at far less administrative cost per dollar of
There are many differences in health care reform and access between the United States and Germany. The United States health care exceeds all other countries by 17.1% as well as leading in new medical technologies, according to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). Even though, the U.S. is a leader in health care, not all U.S. citizens have healthcare coverage. In Germany, the national healthcare spending in 2013 was 11.2%, much lower than the U.S. Every resident in Germany has health care coverage, be it through the public health insurance system or private insurance.(Squires and Anderson, 2015)
There have been a lot of changes in healthcare over the years. Traditionally, the healthcare system in the United States has been focused on caring for the sick and treating and preventing diseases. But a new standard has developed. Focus has now shifted to health promotion.
Financial Status: Patient has a great lifestyle. Patient has Blue Cross HMO from Employer and she is financially self-sufficient.
I found chapter 1 to be very interesting. First off i had no idea there was seven components of wellness. I found spirituality to be an eye opener. After reading that section it really made me realize how important forgiveness really is. Learning to forgive is over all better for you health, physically and mentally. Another thing i found interesting in this chapter was the locus of control both external and internal. This really made me think about how others may think and see things. The chapter also talks about smoking and how it is accounted for the highest percentages of deaths and chronic disease. That part really hit close for me cause majority of my family smokes.
Physical Health: Sports play an important role in my life, they help keep me healthy in more than just one aspect (mentally, socially, etc.). Growing up, playing sports acted as my main anger outlet. Whenever I was upset or overwhelmed, going outside and kicking a ball around or shooting pucks at my net in the backyard, helped ease my mind. With doing this, it helped my physical health, as well as helping me manage my mental health. Sports also help me with my social health because it lets me meet and get to know so many amazing other players who share similar interests with me. As a CYC worker, encouraging youth to be physically healthy is important because it teaches them that being physically healthy has more benefits than just physical.
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After having reading the Richard Smith article and participating in the activities, I came to a further understanding that the word "health" does not vary in definition from country to country, but also from person to person. You make a valid point when you state, "Most of us are never totally free from some ache or pain, and still most of us consider themselves as healthy, although if broken down to medical diagnoses it would look different." This leads me into the next point Katie made about the young woman who is pregnant suffering from morning sickness. The girl felt that she was not healthy, but this now raises questions. Is she healthy? Does society make her feel unhealthy? or do the
The definition of health is “the condition of being sound in body, mind, or spirit” (“Health,” 2017). Health can mean many different things, to me, personally, I think health means to be mentally and physically well. For example, eating right and exercising all contribute to living a healthy lifestyle. Also, I think health means having a balance in all parts of life; whether that is balancing stress, or balancing the amount of sugar one intakes. The definition of mental health is “the condition of being sound mentally and emotionally and emotionally is characterized by the absence of mental illness and by adequate adjustment especially as reflected in being comfortable about oneself, having positive feelings about others, and being able to
The purpose of the paper is to analyze peer-reviewed literature from my two disciplines Global Health and Sustainability. Through the use of these disciplines I will gain understanding of their origins and integrate them through their foundations and principles. Origin storytelling, core knowledge dissemination, generative tension making, and gatekeeping will help me to discipline these profiles thoroughly. Using my apprentice analyses skills I will breakdown the real-world challenges associated with clean water through the lens of sustainability and global health literature. Finally I will provide my thoughts and feedback from the research I found on clean water and how I found it possible
Healthcare is provided by a number of different professionals to achieve the restoration of a balance between all factors of a person’s life when faced with disease, illness, injury, childbirth and surgery. The main health care professionals that are required are doctors nurses, midwives and paramedical personnel. This multidisciplinary team approach to health care brings a number of benefits to the patient and many systems and processes are in place to achieve a high standard of patient outcomes. Positive relationship between patients and the healthcare providers promotes patient-centered care and enhances outcomes. (Dwamena et al,.2012; Laine & Davidoff, 1996).
The following essay briefly discussed the concept of health, illness and wellness and my own personal ideologies about health, family beliefs and cultural health concepts which could affect the health and wellbeing. My visual presentation represents mammography for Visualization for breast cancer, yoga meditation, home remedies, nutritious diet and hand washing. How they impact and influence me in supporting my health and health needs of my family. I also discuss the influence of these conceptions on my personal life and how all these apply to my future profession as a nurse.