Here is my view on the four recommended points that public health professionals can do to fight corruption.
1. Convene key stakeholders in the health system
I agree with the authors that this is such a formidable task, similar to what is happening in the Philippines today, in relation to the investigations on the alleged corruption of flood control projects worth billions of pesos. Some former officials of the department involved (Department of Public Works and Highways) who previously gave statements to the Senate were rumored to have recanted their statements. Another former official who was said to be a key figure in the investigation was found dead, likely of suicide according to reports.
2. Prioritize action
I agree that prioritizing action is important. Aside from addressing the causes of corruptions, people might also be more encouraged to report/expose corruption practices if they can see that actions are being done.
3. Take a holistic view
Although looking at the problem in a holistic view is important, I think looking for the root cause of corruption at the smallest unit of the organization must also be emphasized.
4. Research community sets out what it can offer
Aside for conducting research on health corruption, I think it is also important for the findings of these researches to be disseminated to the general public, policy makers, and legislators, preferably in a language that common/average people will understand.
To add from the points mentioned above, another way of fighting corruption in my opinion is recognizing the efforts of people who dedicate their work fighting corruption, and sharing all about them to others, especially the youth. Like in the Philippines, we have a popular mayor who is a well-known anti-corruption champion. He sets a good example to others, showing how more prosperous and comfortable a city can be without corruption. He is a good role model, especially to youths who will be the future leaders of our country. Because of his popularity, some mayors even copied some of their city’s practices to fight corruption. He also inspires other people to fight against corruption and push for change, because they know that they are not alone in the fight.