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Pharmaceuticals in the Third World: the local perspective.

S van der Geest

    Social Science & Medicine (1982)
    |January 1, 1987
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    Social field research is crucial for understanding pharmaceutical distribution and use in developing nations. Local contexts are often overlooked in current drug use studies and policies.

    Area of Science:

    • Social Sciences
    • Global Health
    • Pharmaceutical Sciences

    Background:

    • Current research on pharmaceutical distribution and use in developing countries often lacks a local perspective.
    • Policy recommendations regarding drug use in the Third World frequently overlook contextual factors.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To advocate for the integration of social field research in understanding pharmaceutical distribution and use in developing countries.
    • To highlight the absence of local contextual data in existing studies and policy frameworks.

    Main Methods:

    • This study is primarily a conceptual and advocacy piece, emphasizing the need for qualitative social science research methods.
    • It calls for ethnographic and community-based participatory research approaches.

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    Main Results:

    • The local context of pharmaceutical distribution and use is a critical, yet understudied, aspect in developing countries.
    • Existing studies and policies fail to capture the nuances of how medicines are accessed and utilized at the community level.

    Conclusions:

    • Social field research is essential to provide a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical dynamics in developing nations.
    • Incorporating local perspectives is vital for developing effective and contextually appropriate drug policies and interventions.