Africa: African Health Financing Faces Governance Crisis, Not Just Funding Gap
African health financing struggles not only with a funding shortfall but significant governance issues that hinder effective allocation and utilization of resources.
THL responds to the criticism from welfare areas: the financing model will be developed, but it will not satisfy everyone
The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) is addressing criticisms regarding the funding model for regional health welfare areas, acknowledging discrepancies in long-term diagnosis data that affect financing.
The new financial architecture will not improve global health
The article argues that the new financial model focused on attracting private capital through public guarantees may worsen global health outcomes rather than improve them.
DR Congo Signs $1.2bn US Health Deal As Zambia and Zimbabwe Walk Away
The Democratic Republic of Congo has entered into a $1.2 billion health partnership with the United States, while Zambia and Zimbabwe opt out due to concerns over health data sovereignty.
Leasing in Healthcare - How Financing Supports the Development of the Medical Industry
The article discusses the increasing importance of leasing in the healthcare sector due to rising health needs, advancing medical technologies, and budget constraints.
Meeting on the Healing of Health Financing Ended in Deadlock
A meeting intended to address financial issues in the health sector concluded without any resolutions.
Africa: African Leaders Demand Sustainable Malaria Financing As AU Report Warns of Looming Resurgence
African leaders at the 39th African Union Summit have stressed the urgent need for sustainable financing to combat malaria amid warnings from a new report of a potential resurgence of the disease.
Missing MS Disease Diagnoses Reveal Major Errors in Health Care Funding - 'This is the Wild West'
The investigation by Finnish specialists reveals significant discrepancies in funding allocations due to missing diagnostic data for multiple sclerosis patients, suggesting systemic flaws in the welfare region's financing structure.
The Financing of Social Security "Keeps the Minister of Health Awake at Night"
French Health Minister Stéphanie Rist expresses concerns about Social Security financing due to an aging population and declining birth rates, calling for a national debate ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
The city allocates funds for mental health first aid activities
The Tartu city government is providing a €3,000 grant to the organization Peaasjad to establish mental health first aid cafes and train 15 residents in the community.
Health resorts are looking for savings while hospitals, local governments, and medical professionals plan protests
In response to financial and organizational challenges in the healthcare system caused by hospital reforms, local officials and hospital directors are preparing to protest against the government's handling of healthcare financing.
The deficit and unpaid bills in Health will require a good part of the 4.7 billion euros of Catalonia's new funding
The new funding model for Catalonia could face demands from various sectors, with business groups seeking investments in infrastructure while unions aim to use the money to reverse cuts.
What was the biggest achievement and challenge for the Ministry of Health? This word defined 2025
Minister Jolanta Sobierańska-Grenda emphasized the critical role of stable financing in the success of health reforms and the need for discussions about funding sources and responsible spending in the context of systemic health ambitions versus actual financial capabilities this year.
Financing of Long-Term Care Insurance: Association Warns of Insolvency of Care Funds
The head of the top health insurance association challenges the rules for long-term care eligibility, warning of imminent insolvency for several care funds next year due to reliance on federal loans.