Post-Pandemic Crisis Turning Point Towards Health Resilience
This book explores how the public health crisis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic became a catalyst for transforming health systems to be more resilient in developing countries. It begins by outlining a theoretical framework for managing public health crises.
The text then reviews the measures adopted by developing countries during the pandemic's first wave. This experience highlighted the weaknesses of existing health systems and underscored the need for initiatives to withstand the crisis and drive systemic change.
Health System Transformation in Developing Countries
The book details how these countries prioritized health system transformation on their policy agendas. It discusses which aspects of the health system underwent reforms, especially focusing on the integration of new technologies.
Future Directions
The volume concludes by proposing a future agenda aimed at improving preparedness and response to upcoming health crises.
"The experience forced all stakeholders to realise what was lacking with the health systems and why they needed initiatives to survive the crisis and transform the systems."
Author's summary: The book highlights the Covid-19 crisis as a key turning point encouraging developing countries to rethink and strengthen their health systems through technology and policy reforms.
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