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Public health finance: a conceptual framework
Anthony D Moulton1, Paul K Halverson, Peggy A Honoré
1Public Health Law Program, Public Health Practice Program Office, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4770 Buford Highway, MS K-36, Atlanta, GA 30341, USA. adm6@cdc.gov
Journal of Public Health Management and Practice : JPHMP
|November 24, 2004
Summary
This study defines public health finance and outlines a strategy for its development. It covers public and private funding for health promotion and prevention, aiming to advance the field.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Policy
- Health Economics
Background:
- The field of public health finance requires a clear definition and contextualization within existing literature.
- The public health system and its infrastructure are maturing, necessitating a defined financial framework.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a working definition of public health finance.
- To contextualize public health finance within the broader literature on public health systems.
- To propose a typology for understanding financing contributions to prevention and health promotion.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on public health systems and finance.
- Development of a conceptual definition for public health finance.
- Creation of a four-part typology for financing mechanisms.
Main Results:
- A working definition of public health finance is proposed.
- A four-part typology is presented, encompassing public and private sector contributions.
- A developmental strategy for the field is outlined, including research, education, and standards.
Conclusions:
- Establishing a clear definition and framework is crucial for advancing public health finance.
- A comprehensive strategy is needed to foster applied research, training, and performance standards in the field.
- Recognizing both public and private contributions is essential for effective financing of health promotion and prevention.
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