What does the demand for healthcare look like in SA?
NHI NOTE 3, OCTOBER 2009 The aim of this research note is to understand what drives the demand for healthcare in South Africa. It is important to understand the current drivers of healthcare demand and the demand for insurance, and what the effect could be on aggregate demand if health insurance is extended to the […]
South Africa’s Burden of Disease
HEALTH REFORM NOTE 1, MARCH 2010 Evaluating South Africa’s burden of disease is important for the analysis of the proposed NHI, since it will impact on resource allocation, demand forecasts, specific programme needs and the like. A heavier burden of disease will demand prudent financial planning, well-planned health interventions and proper structuring of the entire […]