Post-Pandemic Crisis Turning Point Towards Health Resilience
This book explores how the Covid-19 public health crisis served as a catalyst for strengthening health systems in developing countries. It begins by establishing a theoretical framework for managing public health emergencies.
Measures During the First Wave
The book details the responses taken by developing countries during the initial wave of the pandemic. This experience revealed critical weaknesses in health systems, prompting stakeholders to recognize the urgent need for reforms to withstand the crisis and adapt for the future.
Health System Transformation and Technology Integration
The volume highlights how health system transformation became a key policy priority in developing nations. It discusses which components of health systems were reformed and how technology played a role in these changes.
Future Crisis Preparedness
The book concludes by outlining a forward-looking agenda aimed at enhancing readiness for possible future crises.
"The experience forced all stakeholders to realise what was lacking with the health systems and why they needed initiatives to survive the crisis and transform the systems."
Author's summary: The Covid-19 crisis revealed systemic vulnerabilities, driving essential health reforms and technological integration in developing countries to build resilience for future emergencies.