Select A Global Health Issue Impact

Select A Global Health Issue Impact

System Admin Max Points: 10.0 Select a global health issue impacting the international health community. Briefly describe the global health issue and its impact on the larger health care system (i.e., continents, regions, countries, states, and health departments). How can health care delivery systems work collaboratively to address global health concerns? Who are some of the stakeholders that may work on these issues? Readings within your text covering international/global health and the following websites will assist you in answering these questions: 1.U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Global Health website: 2.U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Global Health website: 3.Families USA - Why Global Health Matters—Here and Abroad website: 4.World Health Organization (WHO) website:

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Global health issues pose profound challenges to healthcare systems worldwide, affecting populations across continents, regions, and countries. Among these pressing concerns, infectious diseases such as COVID-19, HIV/AIDS, and tuberculosis demonstrate how interconnected our health systems are and the critical need for collaborative international responses. The COVID-19 pandemic, in particular, exemplifies a global health crisis with far-reaching impacts on healthcare infrastructure, economies, and societal well-being, highlighting the importance of coordinated efforts on an international scale.

The impact of global health issues on larger health systems manifests in various ways, including increased strain on healthcare facilities, disruptions to routine health services, economic burdens, and social inequalities. For example, the COVID-19 pandemic overwhelmed hospitals and health departments worldwide, precipitating shortages of essential supplies and personnel. It also exposed gaps in health infrastructure and accentuated disparities based on socioeconomic status, race, and geographic location.

To effectively address these global health concerns, healthcare delivery systems must foster collaboration across borders, disciplines, and sectors. International organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO) serve as pivotal platforms for coordination, policy development, and resource sharing. National health departments can collaborate through data sharing, joint research initiatives, and synchronized response strategies. Additionally, global health partnerships involving governments, non-governmental organizations, community groups, and private sectors are essential in enhancing response capacity and resource mobilization.

Stakeholders engaged in global health issues encompass a diverse array of entities. Governments and health authorities are primary actors, formulating policies and allocating resources. International organizations such as WHO and UNICEF facilitate coordination and technical support. Non-governmental organizations (NGOs), academic institutions, and private sector entities contribute through research, funding, and implementing health programs. Local communities and advocacy groups also play crucial roles in raising awareness, ensuring culturally appropriate interventions, and sustaining health initiatives at grassroots levels. Engaging these stakeholders is vital for developing sustainable, effective strategies to combat health threats that transcend borders.

The importance of a collaborative, multisectoral approach to global health is underscored by the interconnected nature of health challenges today. As the CDC, HHS, Families USA, and WHO emphasize, robust partnerships, information sharing, and flexible response strategies are indispensable for managing ongoing and emerging health threats. Ultimately, strengthening global health systems through cooperation can mitigate risks, improve health outcomes, and foster resilience in the face of future health emergencies.

References

  • World Health Organization. (2023). Global health estimates 2023. https://www.who.int/data/gho/data/themes/mortality-and-global-health-estimates
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023). Global Health - CDC. https://www.cdc.gov/globalhealth
  • U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. (2023). Global Health. https://www.hhs.gov/about/global-health/index.html
  • Families USA. (2023). Why Global Health Matters — Here and Abroad. https://familiesusa.org/resources/why-global-health-matters
  • Gostin, L. O., & Hodge Jr, J. G. (2019). US emergency legal responses to COVID-19. JAMA, 323(23), 2273-2274.
  • Fidler, D. P. (2020). The role of the global health community in COVID-19. Bulletin of the World Health Organization, 98(11), 765-771.
  • Moon, S., et al. (2020). COVID-19 and global health security. The Lancet Global Health, 8(9), e1124-e1125.
  • Kickbusch, I., & Buckett, K. (2020). Global health diplomacy: Issues and challenges. Journal of Public Health Policy, 41(1), 1-12.
  • Lee, C. T., et al. (2022). Strengthening health systems for global health security. BMJ Global Health, 7(1), e008051.
  • WHO. (2022). Global health observatory data. https://www.who.int/data/gho

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