Interaction between science advice and policymaking in time of COVID-19: a French perspective.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) context, many governments relied on scientific consultative bodies to advise their policy, but their contribution remains poorly documented. This article aims to fill this gap by reviewing the role played by the French High Council for Public Health (HCSP) in the French government's response to COVID-19.

Methods

We studied the time distribution of the COVID-19 guidelines produced by the HCSP until November 2020, computed their delay of production and analyzed the thematic areas they cover. To assess their use by the authorities, we looked for references to these guidelines in the regulatory texts, protocols and press communicates issued by national and local authorities until January 2021.

Results

The HCSP was stro

SUBMITTER: Bruat C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9383199 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature