The biennial collaborative agreement for 2010–2011 between WHO/Europe and the Ministry of Health identifies not only the priorities for action but also the results to be delivered.
Improve the organization, leadership and management of the health system and health service delivery
- Strengthened stewardship capacity of the Ministry of Health to improve the integration and coordination of health services
- Strengthened health financing policy to improve financial risk protection and address sustainability challenges
- Government policies on human resources for health supported by evidence, and effective strategies to address challenges in health workforce management
Reduce the health, social and economic burden of communicable diseases
- Strengthened capacity for early detection, assessment and response to major epidemic and pandemic-prone diseases, including implementation of the International Health Regulations
- Improved tuberculosis (TB) control through development of an effective laboratory network and focus on multidrug-resistant TB
- Strengthened immunization systems to maximize equitable access, and inclusion of new high-quality vaccines, while sustaining polio-free status and eliminating measles and rubella
Strengthen prevention of noncommunicable diseases
- Increased responsiveness to client needs in the provision of mental health services
- Strengthened national programme for cancer prevention and control
- Promotion of health and development and reduction of risk factors for health conditions associated with the use of alcohol and lack of physical activity
Optimize preparedness for health emergencies, disasters and crises, and minimize their social and economic impact
- Situation analysis of emergency medical services and pilot studies for intercountry collaboration in health crises