Human Resources for Health (Aug 2006)

Addressing the health workforce crisis: towards a common approach

  • McCaffery Jim,
  • O'Neil Mary,
  • Quain Estelle E,
  • Dal Poz Mario R,
  • Elzinga Gijs,
  • Martineau Tim

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/1478-4491-4-21
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 4, no. 1
p. 21

Abstract

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Abstract The challenges in the health workforce are well known and clearly documented. What is not so clearly understood is how to address these issues in a comprehensive and integrated manner that will lead to solutions. This editorial presents – and invites comments on – a technical framework intended to raise awareness among donors and multisector organizations outside ministries of health and to guide planning and strategy development at the country level.