Data disclosure in Ghana

Mr. Samuel Boateng Ag. Chief Director Ministry of Health (MoH) Data Disclosure in GHANA MeTA 15/01/10

Type of data being collected
Sentinel studies to assess drug quality to assess the extent of counterfeits.
Primary and secondary data collection and analysis of National Health Insurance Authority to understand and scrutinize rational use of medicines in health facilities and provide decision support on sustainability.
Data disclosure survey to describe the current disclosure status of information in the medicine registration and quality assurance, availability, pricing, and policies and practices concerning the promotion of medicines.
Pharmaceutical sector scan focusing on contextual information on the medicines supply chain, access, price, affordability, and rational use of medicines.
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Overview of disclosure process and engagement of stakeholders
How is/ will the data being disclosed?
National forum
Website www.metatghana.org
Mass print and electronic media
Civil Society advocacy campaigns
Are the stakeholders involved? How?
Yes as part of the Governing Council who discuss the plans and strategies of the disclosure process
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Challenges & lessons Learned
Brief overview of the main challenges
Right Information Bill yet to be passed into legislation
Culture of non-disclosure despite existing policy
Dealing with sensitivities of various interest groups
Mistrust among stakeholders
Low literacy among the population
Dormant consumer groups
What are the lessons learned so far?
Multi-stakeholder involvement helping to break barriers
Good to have the right people connected and committed
Transparency & Accountability in the engagement process is vital for the success of MeTA
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Type of support needed
Technical support in preparation of dissemination materials
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Thank you!
Mr. Samuel Boateng
Governing Council Member
[email_address]
0023321 666537
www.moh.gov.gh
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Data disclosure in Ghana

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