Top 5 of Gente Saludable: The Most Read of 2024

As the year comes to a close, we reflect on the work we’ve done and the topics that have shaped our blog in 2024. Thanks to the support of specialists, guest authors, and readers from all over the world, we’ve covered key health topics, shared learnings, and explored innovative solutions.

In this article, we not only highlight the most-read pieces of the year but also share a curated list to keep you updated on the most relevant content from 2023 and 2024.

We invite you to revisit them and continue joining us on this journey toward stronger and more resilient health systems in Latin America and the Caribbean. See you in 2025!

How Does Internet Use Impact the Socioemotional Well-being of Youth?

A series of studies show that, in the past two decades, youth mental health has worsened, becoming a global issue. In this context, understanding the impact of internet exposure is crucial. Learn what can be done through policies to promote youth well-being by reading here.

A healthy discussion: the health sector in the climate agenda

Climate change is one of the greatest threats of the century, and the health sector faces three major challenges: responding to its effects on the population, keeping services operational in the face of extreme weather events, and reducing the sector’s carbon footprint. Read more about the significant work ahead in the region with Ferdinando Regalia, Head of the Social Sector at the IDB.

Towards the Future of Healthcare Workers: Upcoming Trends and Challenges

Having the necessary, accessible, and skilled healthcare workforce to serve the population is a challenge in Latin America and the Caribbean. In this context, what is possible and what is desirable for the healthcare workforce of the future? How do we prepare to shape the competencies and roles needed in the coming decades? Discover it here.

Supporting Strong Foundations: The Digital Health Strategy Dashboard

Digital health plays a key role in improving the quality, efficiency, and equity of healthcare systems in the region, but not all countries have the same needs. How can we support country-specific digital health strategies through a collaborative approach? This article highlights 6 key points.

Unpaid Health Care Work: A Challenge for the Region

In the past decade, caregiving and its impact on development have gained increasing relevance in the region’s public policy agenda. In the health sector, caregiving presents a dual challenge: on the one hand, it’s essential to analyze the unpaid health-related work burdens that fall on households, and on the other, to understand the role and responsibility of the health sector in these tasks. Exploring the connection between both aspects is crucial for various reasons, which we delve into in this article.

We know that rest time can be the perfect opportunity to read and catch up on the topics that interest you. What aspects of health would you like to explore more in 2025? We look forward to your feedback!