CPD Events
30/11/2023
1pm
Highland
Health Economics in Public Health
Speaker:
Helen Patterson, Health Economist, Public Health Scotland
Summary of Session:
This talk will provide an overview of health economics in a public health context. We will explore what economic evaluation can contribute to consideration of the benefits of public health interventions, programmes and policies in relation to costs. Key concepts and methods will be explained and critiqued. Examples of work done at PHS will be described. Discussion and questions warmly invited.
Relates to PHKSF Sub Functions:
A4.4 – Report and advise on the implications of the evidence base for the most effective practice and the delivery of value for money
A5.1 – Conduct economic analysis of services and interventions against health impacts, inequalities in health, and return on investment
A5.2 – Appraise new technologies, therapies, procedures and interventions and the implications for developing cost effective equitable services
B3.6 – Identify and decommission provision that is no longer effective or value for money