An analysis of FSM national health care expenditures from 1997-2005.
National health care expenditures in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) have increased from 1997-2005. However, population mortality trend is increasing particularly deaths due to lifestyle related diseases or non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Result of the national health account review shows that FSM spent so much on caring for those already sick or who will be sick but less in creating the environments or opportunities for healthy individuals to stay healthy.
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Department of Health and Social Affairs, FSM National Government, P.O. Box PS70, Palikir FM 96941. msamo@fsmhealth.fm
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