In many countries, large-scale initiatives are under way to pay tribute and thank health personnel for their heroic work in the diagnosis, care, and follow-up of patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. These expressions of gratitude and admiration are undoubtedly an important source of motivation for health personnel, but true support goes beyond just applause. Comprehensive … [Read more...] about Listen to Me, Protect Me, Prepare Me, Support Me, and Care for Me: Health Personnel Need More than Applause
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How Israel Delivers Healthcare Value
Israel is one of the smallest countries in the world, but it has delivered some of the biggest results in healthcare. It has a 90% patient satisfaction rate, top-tier rankings by international health measures, one of the lowest costs-per-patient in the world, a world-class community and primary care system, and Israel has become a leading developer and exporter of life-saving … [Read more...] about How Israel Delivers Healthcare Value
We invite you to see the material of our Regional Policy Dialogue 2019: A regional debate on long-term care systems
On November 12 and 13, we conducted the Regional Policy Dialogue of the Social Protection and Health Division of the IDB, which this year was on the Pillars of Long-term Care: How to Build a System for Latin America and the Caribbean. This is an annual event that seeks to discuss the pressing issues of the region and generate an exchange between specialists, government … [Read more...] about We invite you to see the material of our Regional Policy Dialogue 2019: A regional debate on long-term care systems
Digital Tools Can Prevent Inappropriate and Even Dangerous Drug Prescriptions
When you have an appointment with a Doctor, one of the first questions will probably be if you are under any medications. For some people, this is an awkward moment, in other cases, patients forget the name or dosage of the drugs they are taking. When dealing with a patient that is not able to respond, the problem is worse. And what happens when two drugs have similar names? In … [Read more...] about Digital Tools Can Prevent Inappropriate and Even Dangerous Drug Prescriptions
Call for Papers: How Can We Reach Equity in the Region’s Health Systems?
Some Latin American and Caribbean countries face certain socio-political conditions that hinder people’s ability to live in a healthy environment and access health services that meet their needs. In addition, countries in the region face important challenges to improve quality, equity and results in health due, in part, to limits on financial resources, infrastructure and a … [Read more...] about Call for Papers: How Can We Reach Equity in the Region’s Health Systems?