Biomedical Science and Clinical Research(BSCR)

Director General, Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Supply Service (EPSS), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Publications

• Research Article   
  National Joint Supportive Supervision Report on Pharmaceuticals Supply Chain Management and Pharmacy Services
  Author(s): Abdulkedir Gelgelo Boru and Degefa Uma Banti*
  
  Background: Ethiopia, the second most populous country in Africa with a projected population of 121 million by 2025, has made significant strides in health sector development. The country's healthcare system is decentralized, with the Federal Ministry of Health (MoH) overseeing policymaking, strategic planning, and coordination. The Ethiopian Pharmaceuticals Supply Service (EPSS), a semi-autonomous public institution, is responsible for providing qualityassured and affordable pharmaceuticals to public health facilities. The nation's commitment to improving healthcare is reflected in the Pharmaceuticals Supply Transformation Plan II (PSTP II) and the Health Sector Transformation Plan II (HSTP II), which prioritize the availability and accessibility of essential medicines. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends regular supportive supervision to strengthe.. Read More»
  

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