Consensus for tobacco policy among former state legislators using the policy Delphi method

Consensus for tobacco policy among former state legislators using the policy Delphi method.

OBJECTIVE To test a novel approach for building consensus about tobacco control policies among legislators. DESIGN A pilot study was conducted using a two-round, face-to-face policy Delphi method. PARTICIPANTS Randomly selected sample of 30 former Kentucky legislators (60% participation rate). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE Consensus on tobacco control and tobacco farming policies. RESULTS Former...

An Introduction to Policy Delphi; A tool for discovering the opposing views on health policy issues

Objective: In this review, we investigated various aspects of Policy Delphi technique to make decision-makers more aware of this pertinent method so that they can use it in their policy decisions in their organizations. Information sources and selected methods for study: This study was conducted using a review method and by searching the related literature in databases such as PubMed, Scopus a...

A Consensus-Based Policy Framework on Pharmacist-Led Self-Management Using the Delphi Process

Fragmentation of the healthcare system and lack of connectivity between in-hospital and community services, have posed an impact on management of patients with chronic conditions. As self-management is an essential component in chronic disease management model and pharmacists are underutilized in Hong Kong, this study developed a consensus-based policy framework on pharmacist-led self-managemen...

Predictors of Canadian legislators' support for public health policy interventions.

Challenges to Soil Erosion Control Measures among Farmers in Anambra State, Nigeria: Implications for Extension Policy

The study investigated challenges to soil erosion control measures among farmers in Anambra State, Nigeria. Purposive, multistage and random sampling techniques were employed in selecting a sample size of two hundred and forty (240) respondents. Structured interview schedule was used for data collection. Frequency counts, percentage, mean scores and factor analysis were used for data analysis. ...