Health research evidence: its current usage in health planning, determinants and readiness to use knowledge translation tools among health planning teams in Tanzania-an exploratory mixed-methods study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Achieving universal health coverage requires using research evidence to inform decision-making. However, little information is available on the use of research evidence in planning in lower middle-income countries, including Tanzania. This paper presents a protocol that aims to investigate the usage of research evidence in health planning, determinants and readiness of the planning team members to use knowledge translation tools in Tanzania.

Methods and analysis

This study will employ a sequential exploratory mixed-methods design, with participants selected from national, regional and council levels. Qualitative data will be collected through a maximum of 52 in-depth interviews and 12 focused group discussions until saturation. To collect quantitative data, a st

SUBMITTER: Kagoma P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11202719 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature