1.  Title: PROQUALI improves health services in Brazil. Author: Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. Center for Communication Programs. Population Communication Services [PCS] Source: COMMUNICATION IMPACT!. 2000 Aug;(10):1-2. Abstract: This paper summarizes the impact of the PROQUALI project on reproductive health services in Brazil. The PROQUALI strategy, initiated in late 1996, uses an accreditation model to improve and verify the delivery of reproductive health services and a communication strategy to promote those services. In the initial phase of the project, 5 health clinics in 2 states were chosen to participate in the accreditation process. A site achieves accreditation when it meets 90% of 61 criteria in 5 core areas: clinical services; client counseling, orientation, and information; infection prevention, management systems; and facilities and supplies. Quantitative data demonstrate that the PROQUALI project has had a positive impact on the actual clinic and provider performances as indicated by the accreditation results and on the increased demand for services depicted by the increased numbers of family planning visits. Qualitative research also shows similar results with clients perceiving services as being improved. With the completion of the initial phase, the PROQUALI project expansion phase has an additional 25 to 30 health clinics throughout Brazil to be accredited. Language: English Keywords: BRAZIL | PROGRESS REPORT | REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH | HEALTH SERVICES | FAMILY PLANNING CENTERS | FAMILY PLANNING PROGRAMS | COMMUNICATION PROGRAMS | PROGRAM EFFECTIVENESS | Developing Countries | South America, Eastern | South America | Latin America | Americas | Health | Delivery of Health Care | Health Facilities | Family Planning | Programs | Organization and Administration | Communication | Program Evaluation Document Number: 152327 |
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