COVID-19 and the impact of cash transfers on health care use in Togo

Abstract Background Cash transfer program during pandemics provide a social protection mechanism to improve the health of most vulnerable households. This article analysis impact cash transfers on household demand for care Covid-19. Methods Using data from survey conducted 8th 17th July 2020 covering all 44 districts in 6 regions Togo under direction United Nations Office Project Services (UNOPS), we used propensity score matching and ESR model. These models allow us use Results Analysis results shows positive services beneficiary In addition, insurance promotes among households’ socio-economic factors. Conclusion is an effective approach improving access households, particularly disadvantaged settings. Thus, policy makers need extend these large part population this Covid-19 crisis as it has care.