Implementation of the Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses strategy in Northeastern Brazil
Amaral, Jão.Joaquim.Freitas.do.; Victora, C.Gomes.; Leite, A.Jorge.Madeiro.; Cunha, A.José.Ledo.Alves.da.
Revista de Saude Publica 42(4): 598-606
2008
ISSN/ISBN: 0034-8910 PMID: 18470357 Document Number: 572462
Majority of child deaths are avoidable. The Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses strategy, developed by the World Health Organization and the United Nations Children's Fund, aims to reduce child mortality by means of actions to improve performance of health professionals, the health system organization, and family and community practices. This article describes factors associated with the implementation of this strategy in 3 states of Northeastern Brazil.
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