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Rare diseases in France: a subject taken very seriously
Rare diseases in France: a subject taken very seriously
France

France's 7000 rare diseases affect more than 3 million people. France is a pioneer in Europe in implementing a national plan for rare diseases. They are reimbursed up to 100% by the French Assurance Maladie. [ba_gradient_heading title="What is a rare disease?"...

Nigeria’s FEC approves health financing policy through Medipool
Nigeria’s FEC approves health financing policy through Medipool
Nigeria

The Federal Executive Council of Nigeria approved the establishment of Medipool, a purchasing organization designed to lower healthcare costs by negotiating competitive prices for essential medicines and healthcare products, thereby improving access to quality...

Out-of-pocket spending still high in Morocco despite state efforts
Out-of-pocket spending still high in Morocco despite state efforts
Morocco

Despite notable increases in public spending, Moroccan households continue to shoulder 38% of health costs—well above the WHO's 25% threshold for financial protection.A new report from the Ministry of Health and Social Protection reveals that out-of-pocket payments...

Belize Prime Minister announces nationwide Health Insurance rollout
Belize Prime Minister announces nationwide Health Insurance rollout
Belize

The Prime Minister of Belize announces full National Health Insurance (NHI) rollout by the end of 2025.  The NHI has been implemented in phases and now will reach the entire population with the goal of bringing affordable quality health care to all Belizeans.In May...

Vietnam charts path toward universal free healthcare by 2045
Vietnam charts path toward universal free healthcare by 2045
Vietnam

Vietnam's Health Ministry unveils a plan to eliminate healthcare fees, aiming for 100% insurance coverage and equitable access to services by 2045. Vietnam’s Ministry of Health has unveiled an ambitious roadmap to make universal, free healthcare a reality by 2045. In...

How are infectious diseases driving health inequalities in England?
How are infectious diseases driving health inequalities in England?
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The UKHSA report reveals significant health inequalities in England linked to infectious diseases and environmental health hazards, with those in deprived areas nearly twice as likely to be hospitalized compared to their more affluent counterparts. Moving forward,...

Saving Australia’s universal healthcare system?
Saving Australia’s universal healthcare system?
Australia

Australian healthcare is in a crisis where inadequate funding and a shortage of professionals have led to rising costs and difficulty accessing essential services. As the nation approaches elections, debates about the future of universal healthcare intensify,...

Ghana launches MahamaCares Trust Fund to support chronic disease care
Ghana launches MahamaCares Trust Fund to support chronic disease care
Ghana

Ghana launches MahamaCares Trust Fund to support chronic disease care, covering costs not included in NHIS and investing in infrastructure, training, and research for equitable healthcare access. President John Dramani Mahama has launched the Ghana Medical Trust Fund,...

Underinsured? 75% in India have health policies below Rs 1 million cover
Underinsured? 75% in India have health policies below Rs 1 million cover
India

A recent study indicates that 75% of health insurance buyers in India have coverage of Rs 10 lakh or less, with many underestimating healthcare costs and a significant portion unaware of term insurance benefits. Despite an 18% growth in term insurance in FY24, a lack...