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Published on: December 19, 2016
Interview with Jairnilson Paim
1Instituto de Saúde Coletiva, Universidade Federal da Bahia. R. Basílio da Gama sn, Canela. 40110-040 Salvador BA Brasil. jairnil@ufba.br.
Ciencia & Saude Coletiva
|June 15, 2017
Summary
The Political Analysis in Health's Observatory (OAPS) disseminates research and stimulates health policy analysis in Brazil. It emphasizes rigorous, objective evidence while promoting democratic values.
Area of Science:
- Health Policy Analysis
- Political Science
- Public Health Research
Background:
- The Political Analysis in Health's Observatory (OAPS) was established to bridge the gap between research and policy in Brazil.
- Jairnilson Paim, coordinator, highlights its role in knowledge socialization and stimulating political analysis.
- The project was supported by CNPq and ran from 2003-2017.
Discussion:
- OAPS features three layers: 11 research axes, specific policy tracking, and a visible news/analysis dissemination platform.
- The initiative aims to analyze health policy through the lens of current events and research findings.
- It fosters a deeper understanding of the political dimensions influencing health in Brazil.
Key Insights:
- The OAPS experience is positively evaluated for its theoretical-methodological rigor.
- A commitment to evidence-based analysis with maximum objectivity is a core principle.
- The observatory's work is guided by democratic and emancipatory values for Brazilian society.
Outlook:
- Continued dissemination of research and political analysis in health is crucial.
- Strengthening the link between evidence and policy-making remains a key objective.
- The OAPS model offers valuable lessons for health policy initiatives globally.
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