Healthcare
Since 2006, the countries of the Americas have renewed their commitment to transform their health systems based on the primary health care (PHC) strategy. This approach takes into account often inadequate health infrastructure, emerging global health risks, and inequalities between and within countries. The World Health Report 2008 notes that the PHC approach addresses the main shortcomings of conventional care systems, which are unable to meet the needs of large numbers of people. As the population of Latin America and the Caribbean amounts to more than 596 million, health systems will require higher taxes to provide quality care. In addition, since in Latin America and the Caribbean the population of 60 years of age or older amounts to 61.5 million and the percentage of the economically active population decreases, it is reasonable to expect that there will be a greater demand for health services and potentially fewer resources. to finance those services. In general, changes in the provision of health services continue to focus on the search for a better fit between the needs of the population and the demand for health care. Although there is no predominant model for the provision of health services in the Region, it can be observed as common trends that the countries seek to improve equity of access, provide universal coverage, and implement more people-centered care models. Initiatives have been aimed at strengthening health leadership and promoting health.
When can the medical service cost?
The price of medical care is the single biggest factor behind U.S. healthcare costs, accounting for 90% of spending. These expenditures reflect the cost of caring for those with chronic or long-term medical conditions, an aging population and the increased cost of new medicines, procedures and technologies. Also, healthcare reform law has expanded access to insurance to millions of Americans. We’ve transitioned to a healthcare system in which everyone can obtain health insurance regardless of age or health status, and many individuals who are newly insured need ongoing medical attention.
Since 2006, the countries of the Americas have renewed their commitment to transform their health systems based on the primary health care (PHC) strategy. This approach takes into account often inadequate health infrastructure, emerging global health risks, and inequalities between and within countries. The World Health Report 2008 notes that the PHC approach addresses the main shortcomings of conventional care systems, which are unable to meet the needs of large numbers of people. As the population of Latin America and the Caribbean amounts to more than 596 million, health systems will require higher taxes to provide quality care. In addition, since in Latin America and the Caribbean the population of 60 years of age or older amounts to 61.5 million and the percentage of the economically active population decreases, it is reasonable to expect that there will be a greater demand for health services and potentially fewer resources. to finance those services. In general, changes in the provision of health services continue to focus on the search for a better fit between the needs of the population and the demand for health care. Although there is no predominant model for the provision of health services in the Region, it can be observed as common trends that the countries seek to improve equity of access, provide universal coverage, and implement more people-centered care models. Initiatives have been aimed at strengthening health leadership and promoting health.
When can the medical service cost?
The price of medical care is the single biggest factor behind U.S. healthcare costs, accounting for 90% of spending. These expenditures reflect the cost of caring for those with chronic or long-term medical conditions, an aging population and the increased cost of new medicines, procedures and technologies. Also, healthcare reform law has expanded access to insurance to millions of Americans. We’ve transitioned to a healthcare system in which everyone can obtain health insurance regardless of age or health status, and many individuals who are newly insured need ongoing medical attention.