학술논문

Knowledge translation: An opportunity to reduce global health inequalities.
Document Type
Article
Source
Journal of International Development. Nov2009, Vol. 21 Issue 8, p1066-1082. 17p. 1 Color Photograph, 2 Diagrams, 2 Charts, 3 Graphs.
Subject
*Mathematical models
*Globalization
*Databases
Knowledge transfer
World health
Catastrophic illness
Language
ISSN
0954-1748
Abstract
Knowledge translation represents an opportunity to redress global health inequalities. This paper first assesses models for how health inequalities are produced and sustained, including effects of catastrophic illness and globalisation. Secondly, this paper illustrates how methods for knowledge translation can be applied to reducing inequalities in health by ensuring the best evidence is applied when appropriate. Thirdly, the paper describes available databases and tools for monitoring effects of knowledge translation on global health inequalities. In particular, mapping methods for creating visual representations of changes in global health inequalities are useful for setting priorities for action and research. Copyright © 2009 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]