Oslo Economics’ work provides knowledge for important decisions

03.02.2023 - Health and life science

Healthcare workforce challenges has been an important topic in Oslo Economics’ work over the last years. Our work is now part of The Official Norwegian Report NOU2023:4 Tid for handling, which was published by the Ministry og Health and Care Services this week. Some examples of important topics we’ve been investigating is task-shifting between different health care professionals, access to psychological services and recruitment and retainment of nurses. The report can be found here: NOU 2023: 4 – regjeringen.no

Our reports can be read (in Norwegian) here:

Stroke management in atrial fibrillation patients with rheumatoid arthritis

In collaboration with REMEDY-Centre for Treatment of Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases at Diakonhjemmet hospital, we have published an article investigating stroke management in atrial fibrillation patients with rheumatoid arthritis. The investigation relies on Norwegian registry data from hospitals and pharmacies.

Evaluation of measures in primary healthcare services

On behalf of the Norwegian Directorate of Health, Oslo Economics and the University of Oslo, in collaboration with several subject matter experts, are conducting a follow-up evaluation of measures in primary healthcare services. This year’s evaluation shows that the situation for general practitioners appears to have improved, while there are still significant challenges related to the population’s access to general medical services.

Oslo Economics’ work provides knowledge for important decisions

Stroke management in atrial fibrillation patients with rheumatoid arthritis

International experiences with primary health care teams

Evaluation of measures in primary healthcare services

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