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Algezeera

Title: Global Experiences in Health Workforce Policy,


Planning, and Management Using the WISN Method Author:
Teena Kunjumen et al. Description: Discusses global
experiences in health workforce planning with a focus on
the WISN method, emphasizing evidence-based planning
for quality health services. Publisher: Human Resources for
Health Keywords: COVID-19, GSHRH, HWFE, HLMA, NHWA,
WISN, WHO, health workforce planning, workload
indicators, staffing needs, evidence-based planning, global
health.

Title: Health Workforce Shortage – Doing the Right Things


or Doing Things Right?
Authors: Aleksandar Džakula, Danko Relić, and Paolo
Michelutti
Published in: Croatian Medical Journal, April 2022
Keywords: Healthcare workforce shortage, COVID-19
pandemic, health workforce management, workforce
planning, quality of care, health worker burnout, equitable
access to care.

Title: Zimbabwe's Healthcare Crisis: Impact of the


Coronavirus Pandemic
Author: Derick Matsengarwodzi
Description: The article delves into the dire state of
healthcare in Zimbabwe amidst the backdrop of the
coronavirus pandemic. It highlights the struggles of
individuals, particularly focusing on Gladys Marima, a
young woman battling skin cancer amid a crumbling
healthcare system. It discusses the closure of cancer
treatment units, the challenges faced by both wealthy and
poor Zimbabweans in accessing healthcare, and the
broader implications of the pandemic on the country's
healthcare infrastructure.
Publisher: Al Jazeera
Keywords: Zimbabwe, healthcare crisis, coronavirus
pandemic, public hospitals, cancer treatment, medical
tourism, government response, healthcare inequality,
medical facilities, COVID-19 impact, healthcare system
shortcomings, access to healthcare, social disparities

Title: Zimbabwe is losing doctors, teachers to British


hypocrisy
Author: Ashley Simango
Description: The text discusses the migration of healthcare
workers and teachers from Zimbabwe to the United
Kingdom due to various factors such as poor pay, working
conditions, and shortages in Zimbabwe's education and
healthcare systems. It highlights the impact of this
migration on both countries and critiques the UK's
recruitment practices.
Publisher: Al Jazeera
Keywords: Zimbabwe, doctors, nurses, teachers, United
Kingdom, migration, healthcare, education, British
hypocrisy, workforce, recruitment, salaries, conditions,
shortages, brain drain, foreign aid, economy, National
Health Service (NHS), education system, Global Fund,
healthcare workers, brain drain

Title: Zimbabwe nurses seek better conditions abroad but


fear for patients at home
Author: Clemence Manyukwe
Description: The article discusses the migration of nurses
from Zimbabwe to other countries, particularly the United
Kingdom, due to poor working conditions and low salaries
in Zimbabwe's healthcare sector. It highlights personal
stories of nurses who have left and the impact on
healthcare in Zimbabwe.
Publisher: Al Jazeera
Keywords: Zimbabwe, nurses, healthcare workers,
migration, United Kingdom, working conditions, salaries,
healthcare sector, brain drain, economic crisis, COVID-19,
healthcare system, remuneration, social care workers,
recruitment, homecoming, diaspora, patient care,
Zimbabwean economy, skilled worker visa

healthcareitnew

Title: Remote Patient Monitoring: Improving Patient Health


and Reducing Provider Workload at Providence
Author: Bill Siwicki

Description: This publication by Healthcare IT News, a HIMSS Media publication, delves into
Providence's adoption of remote patient monitoring (RPM) as a solution to improve patient care,
alleviate provider workload, and address industry-wide challenges. Through interviews with Dr.
Eve Cunningham, chief of virtual care and digital health at Providence, and Dr. Kenneth W.
Kooser, a family medicine physician at Providence Medical Group Family Medicine-Lacey, the
article explores how RPM has become a game-changer for Providence's caregivers and patients
alike. It discusses the challenges faced by patients with chronic conditions in accessing in-person
care and how RPM extends the clinical team into patients' homes, enhancing the quality of care
while streamlining the patient experience. The article also outlines Providence's approach to RPM
implementation, its fundamental objectives, and the significant clinical outcomes achieved,
including reductions in systolic blood pressure and blood glucose levels.

Publisher: Healthcare IT News (a HIMSS Media publication)

Keywords: Remote Patient Monitoring, Providence, Healthcare Innovation, Digital Health, Chronic
Conditions, Patient Care, Provider Workload, Population Health, Clinical Guidelines, Patient
Engagement, Clinical Outcomes, Healthcare Technology, Healthcare Transformation, Healthcare
Challenges, Healthcare Solutions, Healthcare Delivery, Healthcare Improvement, Virtual Care,
HIMSS Media, Bill Siwicki, Dr. Eve Cunningham, Dr. Kenneth W. Kooser

Title: Digital Health and Care Wales Implements


InterSystems' TrakCare Lab Enterprise for Streamlined
Pathology Services
Author: Not specified

Description: This news article discusses Digital Health and


Care Wales' (DHCW) adoption of InterSystems' health
information system and electronic medical record TrakCare
Lab Enterprise to enhance efficiencies in pathology services
and streamline patient care across nine health boards, 13
hospitals, and 23 laboratories in Wales. The
implementation, part of an established partnership
between InterSystems, DHCW, and NHS Wales, aims to
establish an all-Wales standardized pathology network
service for improved accessibility and data-sharing
capabilities. The article highlights the benefits of the new
system, including 24/7 support and maintenance of hosting
infrastructure, as well as InterSystems' track record of
delivering efficiencies across the healthcare ecosystem.

Publisher: htn

Keywords: Digital Health, Care Wales, InterSystems,


TrakCare Lab Enterprise, Pathology Services, NHS Wales,
Healthcare Infrastructure, Electronic Medical Records,
Patient Care, Data Sharing, Interoperability, Healthcare
Technology, Colin Henderson, NHS Digital Strategy,
Healthcare Innovation, Patient-Centered Outcomes Data,
Promptly Health, Healthcare Contracts, Healthcare
Procurement, Telemedicine, Healthcare Technology
Implementation, Healthcare News

Title: Alberta Virtual Care Coordinating Body Report:


"Interoperability Saves Lives"

Author: Aeck, E., Murphy, T., Williamson, T., Price, R.,


Wolfaardt, U., Price, T., Layton, A., Hamilton, B., Dean, S.,
Frazer, C., Chapman, A., Shute, R., West., Denman, M.,
Golonka, R., & Lindeman, C.
Description: The "Interoperability Saves Lives" report,
published by the Alberta Virtual Care Coordinating Body,
highlights the challenges and recommendations for
progress in health data interoperability in Alberta. The
report emphasizes the critical role of interoperability in
providing virtual care and improving safety, efficiency, and
effectiveness in healthcare delivery. It identifies barriers to
achieving interoperability, such as fragmented data
accountability, outdated legislation, and a lack of health
sector literacy. The report draws comparisons with other
jurisdictions and recommends mandating and regulating
health data interoperability while emphasizing the
importance of provincial and national partnerships.

Publisher: htn

Keywords: Alberta Virtual Care Coordinating Body,


Interoperability, Health Data, Virtual Care, Healthcare
Efficiency, Healthcare Effectiveness, Healthcare Safety,
Legislation, Data Accountability, Healthcare Literacy,
Healthcare Partnerships, Healthcare Interoperability
Standards, Healthcare Recommendations, Alberta
Healthcare, Canada Healthcare, Healthcare Progress

Title: Brookings Institution Visiting Fellow Proposes Plan to


Reduce Premiums for Low-Income Medicare Beneficiaries

Author: Susan Morse

Description: In this article from Healthcare Finance News,


Brookings Institution Visiting Fellow Wendell Primus
presents a plan aimed at reducing premiums for low-
income Medicare beneficiaries. The plan, outlined in a
white paper co-authored by Parish Rich Bingham,
addresses the significant disparity between premiums paid
by low-income Medicare beneficiaries and those paid by
Affordable Care Act beneficiaries with similar incomes. The
article highlights Primus' proposal to decrease premiums
for over 26 million Medicare beneficiaries while increasing
premiums for the wealthiest 9%. It discusses the potential
impact of the plan, estimated costs, and the need for
legislative action to address the disparity in premiums
between the two federal programs.

Publisher: Healthcare Finance (a publication of HIMSS


Media)

Keywords: Healthcare Finance News, Medicare, Premium


Reduction, Low-Income Beneficiaries, Affordable Care Act,
White Paper, Healthcare Policy, Premium Disparity,
Legislative Action, Healthcare Costs, Healthcare Legislation,
Healthcare Affordability, Medicare Premiums, Federal
Programs, Healthcare Reform, Susan Morse, Wendell
Primus, Parish Rich Bingham

Title: "Resurgence of Flu and RSV Calls for Mask Mandates"

Authors: Abdullah Shihipar, William Goedel, Abigail Cartus

Summary: Shihipar, Goedel, and Cartus advocate for


reinstating mask mandates to combat the resurgence of
respiratory viruses like influenza (flu) and respiratory
syncytial virus (RSV) alongside Covid-19. They stress the
effectiveness of masks in reducing transmission, highlight
the need for healthy behaviors, and call for policy
interventions such as mandating paid sick leave. The
authors emphasize sustained funding for public health
measures and urge Congress to prioritize pandemic
preparedness.

Keywords: Covid-19, influenza, RSV, mask mandates, public


health, mitigation, paid sick leave, funding, pandemic
preparedness.
Title: News in Brief: Smart Contact Lens, Digital Health
Passport for Asthma, AI in Endovascular Surgeries, and
More
Author: Not applicable (News article)
Description: A roundup of recent developments including
the development of a smart contact lens for blood sugar
monitoring, the launch of a Digital Health Passport app for
asthma management, partnerships to enhance pathology
reporting processes, the success of a diabetes study using
continuous glucose monitoring, and exploration of AI in
endovascular surgeries.
Publisher: HTN (Assuming based on the copyright notice)
Keywords: Smart contact lens, digital health passport,
asthma management, AI, endovascular surgeries,
pathology reporting, diabetes study, continuous glucose
monitoring, robotic surgery, healthcare innovation.

Title: Stay Ahead of the Curve: Recent Articles on


Technology Trends
Author: Staff Writer
Description: This article provides a curated list of recent
articles on technology trends, covering topics such as
artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT),
cybersecurity, and augmented reality (AR) and virtual
reality (VR). It highlights how these technologies are
revolutionizing industries, connecting everyday objects,
addressing cybersecurity threats, and enhancing customer
experiences.
Publisher: ConsumerSearch.com
Keywords: Artificial intelligence, AI, Internet of Things, IoT,
cybersecurity, augmented reality, AR, virtual reality, VR,
technology trends, industry transformation, data security.

Title: The Impact of Health Information Technology on


Patient Safety
Author: Yasser K. Alotaibi, SBFM, ABFM and Frank Federico,
RPh
Publisher: Saudi Medical Journal
Description: This article reviews the scientific evidence on
the impact of various health information technologies (HIT)
on patient safety outcomes. It discusses how HIT, including
electronic physician’s orders, clinical decision support, e-
prescribing, and others, can reduce medication errors,
adverse drug reactions, and improve compliance with
practice guidelines. The article emphasizes the importance
of selective investment in HIT, considering varying levels of
evidence in improving patient safety outcomes.
Keywords: Health information technology, HIT, patient
safety, medication errors, adverse drug reactions, clinical
decision support, electronic medical record, electronic
prescribing, systematic review.

Medical News Today

Title: Exercise May Help Reverse Aging by Reducing Fat


Buildup in Tissues
Author: Jessica Freeborn
Publisher: Medical News Today
Description: This article discusses recent research showing
that exercise can reduce age-related fat buildup in the
body, specifically focusing on a lipid called
bis(monoacylglycero)phosphate (BMP). The study,
conducted in both mice and postmenopausal women,
indicates that exercise interventions can decrease BMP
levels, potentially offering benefits for age-related
diseases.
Keywords: Exercise, aging, fat buildup,
bis(monoacylglycero)phosphate, BMP, lipid accumulation,
muscle tissue, postmenopausal women, health benefits of
exercise.

Title: Tips for Healthy Living: Nutrition, Exercise, and Mental


Health
Publisher: MedicineNet
Description: This comprehensive article provides tips for
maintaining a healthy lifestyle, covering various aspects
such as nutrition, exercise, mental health, and avoiding
high-risk behaviors. It emphasizes the importance of
balanced nutrition, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and
mental well-being for overall health and wellness.
Additionally, it offers guidance on quitting tobacco use,
limiting alcohol consumption, practicing safe sex, and
avoiding other risky behaviors to promote a healthier
lifestyle.
Keywords: Healthy living, nutrition, exercise, mental health,
tips, balanced diet, physical activity, sleep, tobacco
cessation, alcohol moderation, sun protection, safe sex.

Title: Impact of Lifestyle on Health


Author: Dariush D. Farhud
Description: The article explores the influence of lifestyle
on health, discussing various factors such as diet, exercise,
sleep, sexual behavior, substance abuse, medication
abuse, application of modern technologies, recreation, and
study. It emphasizes the importance of adopting a healthy
lifestyle to prevent various health issues.
Publisher: Iranian Journal of Public Health
Keywords: Lifestyle, health, diet, exercise, sleep, sexual
behavior, substance abuse, medication abuse, modern
technologies, recreation, study, healthy lifestyle.

Other data

Title: 6 Examples of Health Disparities and Potential


Solutions
Author: Not specified
Description: The article discusses various examples of
health disparities in the United States, including mortality
rates, life expectancy differences, burden of disease,
mental health, uninsured/underinsured populations, and
lack of access to care. It highlights the impact of social
factors such as income, ethnicity, education, age, and
gender on individuals' health status and provides potential
solutions for addressing these disparities, such as raising
awareness among health care providers, increasing health
literacy in affected communities, advancing health equity,
providing more resources, partnering with organizations,
and tracking results.
Publisher: University of Southern California
Keywords: Health disparities, solutions, mortality rates, life
expectancy, burden of disease, mental health, uninsured,
underinsured, access to care, social factors, income,
ethnicity, education, age, gender.

Title: Health and Healthcare Disparities: Understanding,


Challenges, and Interventions
Author: Johns Hopkins Center for Health Equity
Description: This text explores the concept of health
disparities, defined as preventable differences in disease
burden and access to optimal health experienced by
socially disadvantaged populations. It delves into the
factors contributing to these disparities, such as social
conditions, healthcare system issues, and individual
behaviors. Additionally, it highlights efforts by the Welch
Center for Prevention, Epidemiology, and Clinical Research
to address health disparities through research,
interventions, and community engagement.
Publisher: Johns Hopkins Center for Health Equity, Welch
Center for Prevention, Epidemiology, and Clinical Research
Keywords: Health disparities, healthcare equity, social
determinants of health, healthcare system, interventions,
community engagement, research, Johns Hopkins, Welch
Center for Prevention, Epidemiology, and Clinical Research

Title: Health Disparities: Gaps in Access, Quality and


Affordability of Medical Care
Author: Wayne J. Riley, MD, MPH, MBA, MACP
Description: The text discusses health disparities, focusing
on racial and ethnic differences in access to healthcare,
quality of care, and health outcomes. It highlights the
historical context, landmark reports, and contemporary
challenges in addressing these disparities.
Publisher: Trans Am Clin Climatol Assoc
Keywords: Health disparities, racial and ethnic disparities,
healthcare access, quality of care, socio-economic factors

Title: Improving Public Health in Zimbabwe: Challenges and


Strategies
Author: (Not provided in the text)
Description: The text outlines the challenges facing
Zimbabwe's public health system, including budgetary
constraints, infrastructure deficiencies, and disease burden.
It discusses efforts to address these challenges, such as the
Health Transition Fund and government initiatives.
Publisher: (Not provided in the text)
Keywords: Zimbabwe, public health, healthcare system,
challenges, strategies, HIV/AIDS, maternal and child health,
user fees, Health Transition Fund, Millennium Development
Goals, healthcare access

Title: Zimbabwe's Health Crisis: Challenges and Solutions


Author: Ryan Truscott
Description: This article delves into the dire state of
Zimbabwe's health system, exacerbated by a cholera
epidemic that has exposed systemic weaknesses. It
discusses the exodus of healthcare professionals,
crumbling infrastructure, shortages of medicines, and
training deficits. Solutions involving international aid, local
resources, and community engagement are explored.
Publisher: BMJ (British Medical Journal)
Keywords: Zimbabwe, health crisis, cholera epidemic,
healthcare professionals, infrastructure, medicines, training
deficits, international aid, community engagement
Title: Zimbabwe Health Information System Strategy
Author: Ministry of Health and Child Welfare, Zimbabwe
Description: The Zimbabwe Health Information System
Strategy outlines the framework for managing health
information in Zimbabwe, covering areas such as data
collection, storage, transmission, utilization, dissemination,
and monitoring. It acknowledges past achievements and
challenges, aiming to improve the efficiency and
effectiveness of health service delivery through enhanced
information management.
Publisher: Ministry of Health and Child Welfare, Zimbabwe
Keywords: Health Information System, NHIS, strategy, data
collection, data quality, information transmission,
utilization, dissemination, monitoring, evaluation,
Zimbabwe, Ministry of Health

Title: National Health Strategy 2021-2025


Author: Ministry of Health & Child Care, Republic of
Zimbabwe
Description: The National Health Strategy 2021-2025
outlines the health priorities, goals, and strategic
interventions for the Republic of Zimbabwe. It covers
various aspects of healthcare, including maternal and child
health, communicable and non-communicable diseases,
health infrastructure, and health financing.
Publisher: Ministry of Health & Child Care, Republic of
Zimbabwe
Keywords: Zimbabwe, healthcare, health strategy, maternal
health, child health, communicable diseases, non-
communicable diseases, health infrastructure, health
financing, Ministry of Health

Title: World Report


Author: Andrew Meldrum
Description: The article discusses the rapid deterioration of
Zimbabwe's healthcare system, highlighting shortages of
medical supplies, a significant exodus of healthcare
professionals, and the impact of political instability on
healthcare delivery. It also addresses the HIV/AIDS crisis,
declining life expectancy, and the challenges faced by both
healthcare workers and patients in accessing essential
services.
Publisher: The Lancet
Keywords: Zimbabwe, healthcare system, Robert Mugabe,
HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, medical supplies, healthcare
professionals, political instability, economic crisis, life
expectancy, antiretroviral drugs, Global Fund, donor
funding, healthcare workers' exodus, political crisis,
community-based healthcare, resilience.

Title: Public Health Act

Author: Unknown (legislative document)

Description: The text outlines the structure and


administration of public health systems, including national,
provincial, and district levels. It covers the responsibilities
of health officers, the obligations of healthcare providers
and users, procedures for infectious diseases notification
and prevention, regulations for formidable epidemic
diseases, management of sexually transmitted diseases,
adherence to international health regulations, and the
prevention and control of non-communicable diseases.

Publisher: Not applicable (legislative document)

Keywords: Public health, administration, national health


system, provincial health system, district health system,
infectious diseases, epidemic diseases, sexually
transmitted diseases, international health regulations, non-
communicable diseases.

Title: Zimbabwe's Health-Care System Struggles On


Author: Andrew Meldrum
Description: The article highlights the deteriorating state of
Zimbabwe's health system, detailing shortages of medical
supplies, the impact of political instability, and the exodus
of healthcare professionals. It also discusses the role of
President Robert Mugabe's regime in exacerbating the
crisis and the resilience of the healthcare system despite
challenges.
Publisher: Elsevier Ltd.
Keywords: Zimbabwe, healthcare system, crisis, medical
supplies, political instability, Robert Mugabe, healthcare
professionals, resilience.

Who zimbabwe

Title: Challenges and Strategies in Zimbabwe's Healthcare


Sector
Author: Not provided
Description: This text outlines the challenges faced by
Zimbabwe's healthcare system, including shortages of
skilled professionals, infrastructure erosion, and access
barriers due to user fees. It discusses prevalent diseases
like HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis and highlights efforts to
improve healthcare access and infrastructure through
initiatives like the Health Transition Fund.
Publisher: Not provided
Keywords: Zimbabwe, healthcare, challenges, user fees,
HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, maternal mortality, child mortality,
Health Transition Fund

Title: Government's Role in Health Care: Past, Present, and


Future
Author: James G. Haughton, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.P.H.A.
Description: The text explores the history and evolution of
the government's involvement in healthcare in the United
States over the past 170 years, focusing on the role of the
Public Health Service and various federal initiatives. It
discusses the origins of government intervention in
healthcare, the development of federal-state partnerships,
and milestones such as the establishment of the Marine
Hospital Service and the passage of key legislation like the
Social Security Act of 1935 and the Biologics Control Act of
1902. It also highlights shifts in healthcare priorities from
infectious diseases to chronic illnesses and the
corresponding research efforts.
Publisher: New York City Health Services Administration
Keywords: Government's Role, Health Care, Public Health
Service, Federal-State Partnership, Healthcare Legislation,
Chronic Diseases, Infectious Diseases, Healthcare Research

Title: Public Support for Government Intervention in Health


Care in the United States from 1984 to 2016
Author: Yaqi Yuan, Kristen Schultz Lee, and Yunmei Lu
Description: This research article explores public opinion
regarding the government's role in health care in the
United States over a span of three decades, focusing on
changes among different age groups and the intersection
of age, birth year, political affiliation, and historical views.
Publisher: American Sociological Association
Keywords: Public opinion, government intervention, health
care, United States, age groups, birth year, political
affiliation, historical views, sociological research

Title: Role of government in public health: Current scenario


in India and future scope
Author: Subitha Lakshminarayanan
Description: The article discusses the challenges and
strategies in public health in India, focusing on the role of
the government. It covers various aspects such as
epidemiological transition, demographic changes, health
system strengthening, intersectoral coordination, and
social determinants of health.
Publisher: Journal of Family & Community Medicine, Wolters
Kluwer -- Medknow Publications
Keywords: Health sector, intersectoral issues, public health,
role of government, India, epidemiological transition,
demographic transition, environmental changes, social
determinants of health, primary health care, Ministry of
Health and Family Welfare, National Rural Health Mission,
health information system, health research system, health
promotion, human resource development, public health
policy, community participation, governance issues, social
determinants of health, gender mainstreaming, climate
change, disasters, community participation, private
sectors, civil societies, global partnerships

Title: HIV/AIDS in Zimbabwe: Background, Projections,


Impact, and Interventions

Author: National AIDS Coordination Programme, Ministry of


Health and Child Welfare

Description: This document provides comprehensive


information about the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Zimbabwe,
covering background information, projections, social and
economic impacts, and interventions to control the spread
of AIDS. It discusses the transmission mechanisms,
prevalence estimates, projections for HIV infections and
AIDS deaths, economic implications, and measures for
prevention and intervention.

Publisher: Ministry of Health and Child Welfare

Keywords: HIV/AIDS, Zimbabwe, epidemic, projections,


impact, interventions, transmission, prevalence,
prevention, National AIDS Coordination Programme,
Ministry of Health, social, economic, health care

Title: Maternal Health in Zimbabwe: Challenges and


Solutions
Author: Not specified
Description: The text highlights the alarming rates of
maternal mortality and disability in Zimbabwe,
emphasizing the preventable nature of these deaths and
disabilities with proper healthcare services. It discusses
causes such as complications during pregnancy and
childbirth, and societal factors impacting women's health.
The Maternal and Neonatal Program Effort Index (MNPI) is
introduced as a tool for assessing and improving healthcare
services.
Publisher: Not specified
Keywords: Zimbabwe, maternal mortality, maternal health,
healthcare services, complications, MNPI, societal factors,
reproductive health, childbirth, disabilities, preventive
healthcare

Title: Zimbabwe School Health Policy


Author: Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, in
collaboration with Ministry of Health and Child Care
Description: The Zimbabwe School Health Policy, produced
by the Government of Zimbabwe in March 2018, outlines
strategies for promoting the health and well-being of
learners within the school system. It addresses various
aspects such as nutrition, sanitation, mental health, and
sexual/reproductive health, emphasizing the importance of
collaboration between education and health sectors. The
policy is aligned with constitutional mandates and
international frameworks, aiming to ensure optimal
learning and health outcomes for all learners.
Publisher: Government of Zimbabwe
Keywords: Zimbabwe, school health, policy, Ministry of
Primary and Secondary Education, Ministry of Health and
Child Care, education, health, learners, curriculum,
implementation, collaboration, well-being, nutrition,
sanitation, mental health, sexual health, reproductive
health, constitutional mandate, sustainable development,
UNICEF, UNESCO, WHO.
Zim Health

Title: Health and Child Care Strategy


Author: Zimbabwe Ministry of Health
Description: This document outlines the mission, functions,
and strategies of the Zimbabwean Ministry of Health to
provide equitable, accessible, and quality healthcare
services to the population. It discusses the coordination of
health policies, monitoring disease trends, regulatory
environment, research, international collaborations,
population health programs, and administrative support
services.
Publisher: Zimbabwe Ministry of Health
Keywords: Zimbabwe, health services, primary health care,
disease trends, population health, child care, policy
coordination, resource management, administrative
support

Title: The National Health Strategy: Equity and Quality in


Health - Leaving No One Behind for Zimbabwe (2016-2020)
Author: Ministry of Health and Child Care, Zimbabwe
Description: This document outlines the National Health
Strategy for Zimbabwe from 2016 to 2020, emphasizing
equity and quality in healthcare with the goal of ensuring
that no one is left behind. It highlights the collaborative
efforts involving various stakeholders and the Ministry of
Health and Child Care to develop the strategic plan. The
strategy covers key areas such as disease surveillance,
maternal and child health, HIV/AIDS prevention and
treatment, and the management of non-communicable
diseases.
Publisher: Ministry of Health and Child Care, Zimbabwe
Keywords: Zimbabwe, National Health Strategy, equity,
quality, healthcare, 2016-2020, Ministry of Health and Child
Care, collaboration, disease surveillance, maternal health,
child health, HIV/AIDS, non-communicable diseases

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Title: Public Health Workforce: Challenges and Policy Issues
Author: Robert Beaglehole and Mario R. Dal Poz
Description: This paper explores the challenges facing the
public health workforce in developing countries and the
policy issues necessary for its strengthening. It emphasizes
the diversity of the public health workforce and its essential
role in health system performance. The paper discusses
questions regarding workforce composition, training,
functions, and performance, advocating for increased
investment in workforce development and infrastructure. It
also highlights the limited evidence available on these
topics and outlines the World Health Organization's efforts
to address them.
Publisher: BioMed Central
Keywords: Public health, workforce, challenges, policy
issues, developing countries, World Health Organization,
evidence-based, human resources, health systems.

Title: Strategizing National Health in the 21st Century: A


Handbook
Authors: Gerard Schmets, Dheepa Rajan, Sowmya
Kadandale
Description: This handbook provides comprehensive
guidance on strategizing for national health in the
contemporary era. It covers topics such as situation
analysis, priority-setting, operational planning, estimating
cost implications, budgeting for health, monitoring,
evaluation, law, regulation, and strategizing at the sub-
national level.
Publisher: Not specified
Keywords: National health, strategizing, handbook, policy,
strategy, planning, priority-setting, operational planning,
budgeting, cost estimation, monitoring, evaluation, law,
regulation, sub-national level.
Title: Emerging Health Technologies and How They Can
Transform Healthcare Delivery
Author: Rajesh Bhatia
Publisher: Indian Institute of Health Management Research,
in association with Sage Publications
Description: The article discusses the significance of health
technologies in improving healthcare services, emphasizing
the need for appropriate technologies to address
healthcare challenges cost-effectively. It highlights the
proliferation of new biomedical, bioengineering, and digital
technologies and suggests the development of a policy
framework to integrate these technologies into the health
system efficiently.
Keywords: Health technologies, artificial intelligence, virtual
reality, telemedicine, big data, genome, medical devices,
health technology assessment

Title: The Promise of Digital Healthcare Technologies


Author: Andy Wai Kan Yeung, Ali Torkamani, Atul J. Butte,
Benjamin S. Glicksberg, Björn Schuller, Blanca Rodriguez,
Daniel S. W. Ting, David Bates, Eva Schaden, Hanchuan
Peng, Harald Willschke, Jeroen van der Laak, Josip Car,
Kazem Rahimi, Leo Anthony Celi, Maciej Banach, Maria
Kletecka-Pulker, Oliver Kimberger, Roland Eils, Sheikh
Mohammed Shariful Islam, Stephen T. Wong, Tien Yin Wong,
Wei Gao, Søren Brunak, Atanas G. Atanasov
Description: This paper explores the potential of digital
healthcare technologies through contributions from various
experts in the field, covering topics such as artificial
intelligence, wearable sensors, Internet of Things (IoT), and
their applications in healthcare.
Publisher: Frontiers in Public Health
Keywords: Digital healthcare, digital technologies, artificial
intelligence, wearable sensors, Internet of Things,
healthcare innovation, public health, digital medicine
Title: Revolutionizing Healthcare: The Role of Artificial
Intelligence in Clinical Practice
Author: Shuroug A. Alowais et al.
Publisher: BMC Medical Education
Description: The article provides a comprehensive review of
the current state of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical
practice, discussing its potential applications in disease
diagnosis, treatment recommendations, and patient
engagement. It highlights the significance of AI in
healthcare, addressing associated challenges such as
ethical and legal considerations and the need for human
expertise. The review emphasizes the importance of
reporting AI's role in clinical practice for successful
implementation and supports healthcare organizations in
adopting AI technologies effectively.
Keywords: AI, Healthcare, Patient care, Quality of life,
Clinicians, Decision-making, Personalized treatment plans

Title: Global Experiences in Health Workforce Policy,


Planning, and Management Using the Workload Indicators
of Staffing Need (WISN) Method, and Way Forward
Author: Teena Kunjumen, Mollent Okech, Khassoum Diallo,
Pamela Mcquide, Tomas Zapata, James Campbell
Description: This editorial discusses global experiences in
health workforce policy, planning, and management,
focusing on the utilization of the Workload Indicators of
Staffing Need (WISN) method. It emphasizes the
importance of health workers' equitable distribution,
accessibility, acceptability, and quality of service in
improving health service coverage and achieving the
highest attainable standard of health.
Publisher: The article is published in Human Resources for
Health, 2022, Volume 19, Supplement 1.
Keywords: Health workforce, policy, planning,
management, Workload Indicators of Staffing Need (WISN)
method, global experiences, equitable distribution,
accessibility, quality of service, World Health Organization
(WHO)
Title: Research Evidence Use in Local Government-Led
Public Health Interventions: A Systematic Review
Author: Jennifer L. Dam et al.
Publisher: Health Research Policy and Systems
Description: This systematic review examines the utilization
of research evidence in public health interventions led by
local governments. It explores how research is practically
applied and the types of interventions implemented.
Keywords: Local government, Research evidence use,
Public health policy

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