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Newsletter 1
November 2024
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This newsletter focuses on the latest developments, innovations and challenges in Primary Health Care.
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WHO Primary Health Care Demonstration Platform in Spain
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The WHO launched its Primary Health Care (PHC) Demonstration Platform in Spain on June 3, 2024, marking Spain as a leader in primary health care transformation. With a rich history in PHC innovation and a decentralized health system, Spain will serve as a model for PHC best practices, starting with Czechia as the first visiting country.
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Digital transformation handbook for primary health care: Optimizing person-centred point of service systems
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This handbook provides essential steps for implementing and optimizing Person-Centered Point of Service Systems (PCPOSS) in primary health care, supporting both the shift from paper systems and the enhancement of existing digital solutions. It emphasizes collaboration with health workers to create effective, person-centered systems.
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Going digital for noncommunicable diseases: the case for action
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In September 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) launched a joint report during the 79th United Nations General Assembly, highlighting the transformative power of digital health interventions. The report underscores the potential of digital tools such as telemedicine and AI-driven diagnostics in preventing millions of deaths from noncommunicable diseases over the decade.
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Mental Health Integration in Primary Health Care: Key Highlights from World Mental Health Day 2024
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On October 10, 2024, World Mental Health Day focused on Mental Health at Work, drawing attention to the critical connection between mental well-being and workplace environments. This year’s theme emphasized the integration of mental health services into broader health systems, particularly primary health care, to address growing challenges such as anxiety and depression.
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The urgency of investing in health systems in Latin America and the Caribbean to reduce inequality and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals
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With only six years remaining to achieve the 2030 Agenda's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) highlight alarming challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic and cascading global crises. The report, led by ECLAC Executive Secretary José Manuel Salazar-Xirinachs and PAHO Director Jarbas Barbosa da Silva Jr., emphasizes the urgent need for action to meet the SDGs in the region.
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Applying a Primary Health Care Approach to Investments Provided by Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance
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The latest overview from Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance, highlights the importance of applying a Primary Health Care approach to their investment strategies. This approach aims to ensure equitable, accessible, and efficient healthcare services globally, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. By aligning with PHC principles, Gavi's investments strive to strengthen health systems and improve immunization outcomes, contributing to Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
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Empowering People, Communities, and Civil Society through Social Participation
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The latest edition of Eurohealth explores strategies to empower individuals, communities, and civil society by enhancing social participation in health. This approach emphasizes the role of social engagement in building resilient, inclusive health systems. By promoting active involvement, these initiatives seek to address health inequalities and strengthen community-centered health solutions, ultimately supporting more equitable health outcomes across Europe.
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Member States Adopt Policy to Strengthen Health Sector in the Face of Climate Change, Focusing on Vulnerable Populations and Equity
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In a significant step towards climate resilience, Member States have adopted a new policy aimed at strengthening the health sector to better respond to the challenges posed by climate change. This policy places a special emphasis on protecting vulnerable populations and promoting health equity, recognizing that climate impacts often disproportionately affect those least able to adapt. This initiative underscores a commitment to building sustainable and equitable health systems amid growing environmental challenges.
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Advanced practice nursing in primary care in OECD countries
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This article explores the growing role of advanced practice nurses (APNs) in primary care settings within OECD countries. It highlights how APNs are enhancing access, improving patient outcomes, and alleviating physician workloads by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
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WHO Collaborating Centre on Primary Health Care
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Andalusian School of Public Health
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Cuesta del Observatorio, 4 Granada, Granada 18011 Spain
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(c) 2024 Escuela Andaluza de Salud Pública S.A. (Andalusian School of Public Health - WHO Collaborating Centre)
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