Public Health Spending, Governance Quality and Poverty Alleviation

Komarudin, Mohamad; Oak, Mandar

doi:10.47291/efi.v66i2.751

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“…Contrary to Komarudin (2020), we also observe a positive correlation between health expenditure and poverty headcount ratio. This implies that the poverty level increases as more funds are spent in the health sector.…”

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“…The study also finds that the interaction term or moderation term (governance composite index* External debt) contributes to lowering the poverty level in West Africa. In the same line with Komarudin (2020), we find that a one per cent improvement in the interaction term will lower the poverty level in West Africa by 0.01 points. It means that increasing and managing external debt requires good governance for governments to foster growth and reduce the poverty level in the region.…”

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External Debt and Poverty Headcount Ratio in West African Countries: Does Governance Matter?

Kouadio,

Takpara,

GUÉDÉ

2024

REDR

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This paper analyses the link between external debt and poverty headcount ratio in the fifteen (15) West African countries, taking into account governance. Using the feasible generalized least squares (GLS) panel method for the period 1996-2021, we find that an increase in external debt contributes to the worsening poverty headcount ratio in the region. Then, enhancing governance while borrowing external funds does improve the poverty level. The regression shows that in West African Countries, governance indicators as well as the composite index of governance and the interaction term (governance composite index* external debt) contribute significantly to the reduction of the poverty rate. Therefore, there is a need for West African governments to be cautious when borrowing external funds and work towards sustainable debt management to prevent negative effects on poverty rates. In addition, the level of good governance should be improved in external debt management and poverty ratio reduction.

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External Debt and Poverty Headcount Ratio in West African Countries: Does Governance Matter?

Kouadio,

Takpara,

GUÉDÉ

2024

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“…Empirical evidence illustrates the potential of public health policies, such as governmental fiscal transfers and public services, in mitigating poverty and ameliorating health outcomes (Chen et al, 2017;Komarudin, 2020). In this context, menstrual poverty, a pervasive global form of genderbased impoverishment, precipitates a plethora of societal dilemmas, which may be ameliorated through public health policies .…”

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Download PDF Download XML the Impact of Public Health Policies on Alleviating Menstrual Poverty: A Review of Literature and Policy Recommendations

(Qiaowei) Cai

2023

J. Hcare. Dvp. Ctries.

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Menstrual poverty, a profound public health issue wherein females grapple with obstacles in acquiring menstrual materials, sanitation amenities, and pertinent instruction, has become a global concern. Particularly in regions of resource scarcity and nations with lower income, this predicament gravely impacts women’s quotidian lives, economic status, and psychosocial health. The present study delves into the impact and potential of public health policies in addressing menstrual poverty, underscoring the necessity of comprehensive menstrual health education, provision of free or affordable sanitary products, and consideration of specific environments and diverse population requirements in this process. While external influences, such as economic crises and public health incidents, may affect menstrual poverty, this paper delineates, via literature review, the pivotal role public health policies play in ameliorating menstrual poverty. Such policies not only facilitate the elevation of women’s mental health and social equity but also offer tangible strategies, like infrastructure enhancement, especially in resource-deprived locales. Nonetheless, the study also highlights several constraints and challenges, including cultural and societal impediments, fiscal restrictions, and others necessitating more in-depth exploration and solutions in future research and policy formulation. On balance, this investigation offers fresh perspectives and evidence for public health policy development, significantly aiding in the amelioration of menstrual poverty in low-income countries, thus yielding beneficial insights for promoting menstrual equity and enhancing the welfare of all individuals experiencing menstruation.

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“…In addition, government expenditure on education has a significant influence on reducing poverty rates (Komarudin & Oak, 2020). Human resources through education are believed to be able to change economic conditions, specifically poverty.…”

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Reducing the provincial poverty rate in Indonesia: The impact of local government expenditure

Nurias,

Johari,

Muljarijadi

et al. 2023

JESP

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This study seeks to examine the effect of local government expenditure on the improvement of provincial welfare in Indonesia. It is necessary to increase public capital such as basic infrastructure and public facilities, as well as to improve public services such as health, education, and social protection. Based on previous studies, research on government spending on poverty has a significant effect on poverty reduction, but some other studies are not the case, namely government spending has not been significant in reducing poverty and improving welfare. The data used in government expenditure is expenditure based on functions, particularly health, education, and social protection functions in the province, both district/city and provincial government expenditures obtained from the Directorate General of Financial Balance (DJPK), while the provincial poverty rate serves as a proxy for regional welfare. Over the period 2015-2021, the Fixed Effect model using the Generalized Least Square Estimation (GLSE) approach is used to estimate outcomes for 34 provinces in Indonesia. The results indicated that government expenditure on the health sector and education sector had a negative significant influence on reducing the poverty rate, whereas government expenditure on social protection did not. The control factors, such as economic growth, had a negative effect on poverty reduction in Indonesia, whereas the unemployment rate and informal labor in the agricultural sector had positive and significant effects. Government policies, especially government spending, have contributed well to reducing poverty, but the government should pay attention to the integration of spending programs with other programs.

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Public Health Spending, Governance Quality and Poverty Alleviation

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External Debt and Poverty Headcount Ratio in West African Countries: Does Governance Matter?

External Debt and Poverty Headcount Ratio in West African Countries: Does Governance Matter?

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