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. 2021 Sep 2;11(9):e049878. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-049878

Table 1.

The domains of the policy process, from oerview of CDC’s policy process21

Domain Description
Problem identification Clarify and frame the problem or issue in terms of the effect on population health
Policy analysis Identify different policy options to address the problem/issue and use quantitative and qualitative methods to evaluate policy options to determine the most effective, efficient and feasible option
Strategy and policy development Identify the strategy for getting the policy adopted and how the policy will operate
Policy enactment Follow internal or external procedures for getting policy enacted or passed
Policy implementation Translate the enacted policy into action, monitor uptake and ensure full implementation

CDC, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.