Overview
Answer all the Questions. (word limit 2500-3000 words)
I. 1.
Is health a public good? Can you think of global public good (GPG) applications related to health and what would be needed to have more GPGs in the health sector. (10 Marks)
2. What is the GATS and how does this apply to health? Provide examples, in the country of your choice, of GATS linked organization in the health sector. (10 Marks)
II. 1.
Study the nurses' strike in England. Show how the strikers' demands for pay and compensation can be explained by the demand and supply in the country. . Tips: Answer this question like an essay with an introduction and a conclusion and 2/3 sections in between. Use 10 unique professional/academic references Include charts with data to illustrate your answer and present the salary data and compare with other similar countries. (35 marks)
2. Discuss the concept of externality in health care using the example of Covid vaccination. Why were governments pushing to increase vaccination coverage of the population?
Using real examples show the different types of incentives that have been applied to increase the vaccination coverage.
Tips: You must consider data or studies. Reference is required in this question with a goal of 10 unique academic/professional references, charts can be included. Structure this response as an essay with an introduction and conclusion.
(35 Marks)