Managing Chronic Conditions: Experience in Eight Countries (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789289042949)

One of the greatest challenges facing health systems in the 21st century is the need to address the growing burden of chronic diseases which are complex and require a long-term, multifaceted response. This book examines the health system response to this rising burden in eight countries: Denmark, England, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, Australia and Canada. It provides a detailed assessment of the current situation, a description of the policy framework and future scenarios, as well as evaluation and lessons learned.

Author: E. Nolte
ISBN-10: 928904294X
ISBN-13: 9789289042949
Publisher: World Health Organization
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2009
Pages: 198
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.30w x 0.60d