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New Zealanders prioritise health, but costs hold many back
New Zealanders prioritise health, but costs hold many back
New Zealand

New Zealand is experiencing a rise in health screening engagement, with 72% of adults prioritizing check-ups, although affordability remains a significant barrier for 36% of the population. Medical inflation has surged to 14.5%, impacting access to preventative care,...

Health Board contributes to the reform of the CSS organic law
Health Board contributes to the reform of the CSS organic law
Panama

In October 2024 in Panama, the health roundtable presented its summary of proposals for the reform of the organic law of the Social Security Fund. This same law was sanctioned on March 18, 2025. In Panama, a consultation process has been carried out to inform the...

Austrian Medical Chamber Unveils Ten-Point Plan for ÖGK Reform
Austrian Medical Chamber Unveils Ten-Point Plan for ÖGK Reform
Austria

The Austrian Medical Chamber has proposed a ten-point reform plan to address the ÖGK’s significant financial challenges, emphasizing the need to improve healthcare services rather than cutting them, as projected deficits exceed one billion euros. The Austrian Medical...

The rising income gradient in life expectancy in Sweden over six decades
Sweden

This study investigates the relationship between income and life expectancy in Sweden from 1960 to 2021, revealing a widening gap in life expectancy between different income levels. The disparity increased significantly, with men’s life expectancy gap growing from 3.5...

Poland’s Sejm Passes Bill To Lower Health Insurance Contributions
Poland’s Sejm Passes Bill To Lower Health Insurance Contributions
Poland

On April 4, 2025, the Sejm passed a bill to reduce health insurance contributions for approximately 2.5 million entrepreneurs in Poland, introducing a two-tier system that adjusts fees based on income levels. While the reform is expected to provide financial relief...

Australia’s health system in need of genuine reforms
Australia’s health system in need of genuine reforms
Australia

Australia's healthcare system faces significant challenges, including financial barriers to accessing care, inadequate support for chronic conditions, and underfunded mental health and dental services. Urgent reforms are needed to ensure the system can effectively...

How Japan is building a resilient society through equitable healthcare
How Japan is building a resilient society through equitable healthcare
Japan

Japan's universal health insurance system, established in 1961, ensures equitable access to healthcare for all citizens, particularly as the country grapples with an aging population and rising healthcare costs. Recent policy updates aim to enhance efficiency and...

Renewing New Zealand’s Primary Care System
Renewing New Zealand’s Primary Care System
New Zealand

The report "The Heart of Healthcare: Renewing New Zealand's Primary Care System" highlights the economic benefits of investing in general practice, showing potential cost savings and improved patient care compared to emergency department visits.The report "The Heart...

Ministry of Public Health of Uruguay, Decree n. 287/2012.
Uruguay

In 2012, Uruguay's Ministry of Health issued a decree updating the categories of free care administered by the National Health Fund (FONSA). Certain vulnerable groups and beneficiaries affiliated by quota to the state health services administration (ASSE) can receive...

WHO launches plan for free child cancer medicines in Nepal
WHO launches plan for free child cancer medicines in Nepal
Nepal

WHO has launched a platform to provide free cancer medicines to children in low- and middle-income countries, aiming to improve survival rates. The initiative, supported by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, plans to benefit around 5,000 children this year and...

Singapore: New Digital Tool Simplifies Health Insurance Decisions
Singapore: New Digital Tool Simplifies Health Insurance Decisions
Singapore

The Health Insurance Planner (HIP), introduced by Singapore's CPF Board and Ministry of Health, is a digital tool that helps citizens navigate and make informed decisions about their health insurance coverage by providing personalized insights into costs, benefits,...