Evaluation of cost-efficiency of improved life quality: methodological problems
Tarkhov, P.V.; Briukhanov, M.V.; Krugliak, A.P.; Safiulin, A.A.
Gigiena i Sanitariia 2006(5): 35-37
2006
ISSN/ISBN: 0016-9900 PMID: 17087210 Document Number: 595161
The paper deals with theoretical approaches to and practical methods of economic interpretation and measurement of negative changes in human health, quality of life. There is evidence that it is necessary to evaluate the health status as guidelines for estimating the cost effectiveness of hygienic recommendations. The authors propose guidelines for determining the contribution of individual pollution sources. The aspects of calculation of the damage caused by water and soil pollution are considered. The lines of reforming law services to enhance the effectiveness of preventive medicine are proposed. The fact that there is a need for forming medical law is substantiated.