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A critical problem in resource-scarce countries across the globe is the shortage of appropriately trained health care providers. According to the World Health Organization, the current global health workforce shortage of 7.2 million providers is estimated to increase to 12.9 million by 2035. This disproportionately affects resource-scarce countries, denying basic health care to millions and limiting access to life-saving treatments. Due to limited resources in these countries, not enough health professionals receive training, few have the opportunity for continuing education, and the ability to develop or implement educational programs and curricula is constrained. Additionally, many existin...
The book addresses cutting health care costs, prevention of premature onset of disease and disability, and helping Americans achieve healthier, more productive lives. The Healthy People 2000 Consortium, facilitated by the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences, convened 8 regional hearings and received testimony from over 750 individuals and organizations. This testimony became the primary resource material in crafting the health objectives. The contents include age groups and special populations in the nation's health, goals for the nation, priorities for health promotion and disease prevention, and shared responsibilities.
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