Systematic documentation of success stories Dr. Arshad Altaf SIGN

Background zNew information systems, technologies and interventions promise significant benefit zFocused expanding coverage zChallenges of unsafe injections require better use of: y technology yimproved use of communication channels

Background zSIGN advocacy strategy yStressed inter relationships yEverything is about something yFirst do no harm policy yShould stress the personal benefits of implementing programmes promoting the safety of injections

Past experience zInjection safety under recognized zNothing can be done with injection safety

Response zDocument systematically all success stories zPublish updated information zShow positive impact to inspire individuals and organization zA learning organization

Propose format: SIGN homepage Albania seizes an opportunity to improve injection safety children safely immunized against measles Albania engaged in an unprecedented immunization campaign in 2000 Albania engaged in an unprecedented immunization campaign in 2000 Ensuring safe injection practices through careful planning Documenting safe injection practices during the campaign The legacy of the campaign Lessons to be learned from the success story in Albania

Next issue: Burkina Faso zNational drug policy formulation zInjection equipment in National Essential Drug List, with set price zResult: yIncreased access to safe injection equipment yDecrease of reuse of equipment without strerilzation yConsumer demand for safe equipment

Other factors zNational AIDS information programmes zTraining of health workers ygood injection practices yrational drug use

Future perspective zContinue to work with others pursuing the same goal zSimilar to GAVI advocacy task force