Resilient Health Systems of the Future: the Case for Community Health
This report explores how to build resilient health systems for the future, drawing on lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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| Quick Facts | |
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | Forum for the Future |
| Publication date: | December 1, 2021 |
| Authors: | Amanda Janoo, Ben Davies, Brian Dow, Debbie Rogers, Denise Octavia Smith, Diana Nambatya Nsubuga, Dr Madeline Ballard, Dr. Balkrishna Korgaonkar, Dr. Githinji Githai, Dr. Khama Rogo, Gaurav Mehta, Laura Winn, Maryse Kok, Mathilde Forslund, Nan Chen, Reg Joseph, Saachi Dalal, Sundeep Kapila, Wadzanayi Muchneje |
| Geographic focus: | Global |
| Page count: | 10 |
Methods
The research method involved hosting a series of dialogues with leading health contributors to discuss key questions about the future of health systems. The dialogues were structured using the Three Horizons framework to explore current conditions, desired futures, and the necessary transitions. The report consolidates findings from these discussions.
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Key Insights
The report, a collaboration between Johnson & Johnson Center for Health Worker Innovation and Forum for the Future, synthesizes dialogues with global health practitioners on creating resilient health systems post-COVID-19. It emphasizes the importance of community health, the role of community health workers, and the integration of digital tools. The report advocates for health systems that are proactive, responsive, equitable, and community-centered, focusing on wellness and prevention rather than just treatment. It highlights the need for systemic change, including shifting public mindsets, empowering communities, supporting health workers, and leveraging digital technology for better access and predictive care. The report calls for a human-centered approach to health, with greater collaboration across sectors and levels of society to address social determinants of health and ensure continuity of care.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: 2021 publication year | English publication language | Global geographic scope | community health | continuity of care | digital tools | equity | global geographic scope | health system | health workers | healthcare | policy | prevention | resilient systems | social determinants | systemic change