How do courts set health policy? The case of the Colombian Constitutional Court
2009
How Courts Influence Health Policy in Colombia
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Alicia Ely Yamin, Oscar Parra-Vera
Primary Institution: Harvard Law School
Hypothesis
How do courts set health policy in Colombia?
Conclusion
The Colombian Constitutional Court has significantly influenced health policy by enforcing the right to health through judicial decisions.
Supporting Evidence
- The court's decisions have led to significant changes in health policy and access to care.
- Judicial activism has increased the number of health rights cases in Colombia.
- The court has enforced the right to health even when it has substantial resource implications.
Takeaway
In Colombia, the courts help people get the health care they need, even if the government doesn't provide it right away.
Limitations
The study does not assess the long-term effects of the court's decisions on the health system.
Participant Demographics
Colombia's population of 46 million, with significant poverty and inequality.
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