%0 Journal Article
%T The potential contribution of small-scale intervention projects in the field to the national health information system for HIV and sexually transmitted infections: a case study of a multilevel intervention in Guatemala
%J International journal of public health
%D 2010
%A Barczyk, Joanna
%A García, Judith
%A Casabona, Jordi
%V 55
%N 6
%P 693-699
%X OBJECTIVE Guatemala's efforts to fight sexually transmitted infections and HIV/AIDS are compromised by the lack of timely and accurate data. The strengthening of the national Monitoring and Evaluation system is key for a better understanding of the epidemics and the formulation of effective public health responses. This study assessed how health service providers in resource-poor countries can contribute indicators to national health authorities. <br><br>METHODS Review of data sources produced by projects of a NGO harmonizing the identified indicators with national and international standards. During a field visit, they were validated with key stakeholders. <br><br>RESULTS Study results are 19 original and 13 harmonized indicators. <br><br>CONCLUSIONS Findings suggest that small-scale projects can contribute to the strengthening of national health information systems.<p /><p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I Holtzbrinck Springer Nature Publishing Group
%@ 1661-8556
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00038-010-0179-7