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Integrating Climate Lens Into The Heath System: Regional Mitigation and Adaptation
Global Health
2024
February
This policy brief underscores the role of human activities, particularly unsustainable economic development, in exacerbating climate change threats. The impacts of climate change, such as rising temperatures, pose continuous challenges to public health, disrupting health delivery systems and leading to adverse health outcomes. Given that ASEAN is highly susceptible to climate-related hazards, the region must prioritise preparations for the escalating threats of climate change within the health sector. Establishing climate-resilient health systems is crucial in this regard. Therefore, implementing and enhancing climate change mitigation and adaptation measures within the health sector are imperative steps to achieve this goal.
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Lihat Lebih Sedikit
Global Health
Transforming The Digital Health Landscape in ASEAN
Global Health
2023
June
The escalating demand for high-quality healthcare services, coupled with rising healthcare costs, has spurred a pressing need for digital health transformation in the ASEAN region. ASEAN Member States have embarked on this transformative journey, but a comprehensive assessment reveals substantial room for progress in narrowing existing disparities and optimizing digital health transformation. Currently, the landscape of digital health readiness within ASEAN Member States lacks uniformity, characterized by varying legislative frameworks, digital product standards, infrastructure preparedness, and digital literacy levels. This heterogeneity underscores the multifaceted nature of digital health transformation challenges in the region. To effectively advance digital health in ASEAN, efforts must focus on enforcing the enabling factors crucial for successful digital transformation. Moreover, tailored strategies must be devised to address the region’s unique and intricate challenges. This article underscores the imperative of bridging the existing gaps and promoting a cohesive digital health ecosystem within ASEAN to harness the full potential of digital innovation in healthcare delivery and cost management.
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Lihat Lebih Sedikit
Global Health