Health is higher on the international agenda than ever  before. Concern for the health of poor people is a central development  issue. In addition to its intrinsic value for individuals, investment  in health is an important and previously underestimated means of  economic development; substantially improved health outcomes are a  prerequisite if developing countries are to break out of the cycle of  poverty. This DAC Reference Document on Poverty and Health, jointly  published by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and  Development (OECD) and WHO, extends the analysis and recommendations  of the DAC Guidelines on Poverty Reduction by setting out the  essential components of a pro-poor health approach. It provides a  framework for action within the health system - and beyond it, through  policies in other sectors and through global initiatives. The  Reference Document is aimed at a broad range of development agency  staff working in policy and operations, at headquarters and in the  field. The recommendations are also relevant for policy-makers and  planners in partner countries.

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