This literature review was requested by the
WHO/EHA to examine current knowledge
about health policy formulation in postconflict
countries and complex political
emergencies. According to the literature
reviewed, health policy formulation in
post-conflict countries and complex
political emergencies has been successful
in providing useful direction to health
service providers, and channelling donor
resources in a more effective manner.
Based on this success, there may be scope
to expand health policy formulation and
implementation in both post-conflict
countries and complex political
emergencies to address the fragmented,
and often sub-effective provision of health
services found in these countries.