Contributions of information and communications technology to future health systems and Universal Health Coverage: application of Japan's experiences.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Demographic changes in the pattern of disease burden, escalating health expenditures and inequitable access to healthcare are global challenges. Irrespective of their level of development, all countries need to reform their health systems to prepare for the future emerging health needs, in order to meet their commitments of health systems strengthening, universal health coverage (UHC) and explicit targets in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We propose three core principles for the future health system as described herein. A health system is not simply a 'cure delivery machine' but part of a 'social security system' that engages all stakeholders through a shared vision and value of health and well-being, not merely an absence of diseases. The future health system

SUBMITTER: Nomura S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7318469 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature