SP 7: Open-Up Market Access
To align and consolidate global AT efforts, as well as to lay the foundations for systems-level change, this sub-programme is providing a set of global benchmarks and standards for AT. This programme is being co-led by WHO, UNICEF, and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. Partners include: CHAI, UNICEF, WHO, HelpAge International, LSHTM, Morogoro Older Persons Association, Latter Day Saints Charities, MoH Tanzania, HelpAge International
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The sub-programme will develop models of integrated AT service provision, including screening and training tools; procurement tools; and a tool to identify population needs for AT. This programme is being co-led by WHO, UNICEF, and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.
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