Learning and knowledge sharing are fundamental to the LHSS Project. We invite you to search LHSS knowledge products and resources for the latest approaches, insights, and learning in the field of integrated health systems strengthening.
![A female health care worker in orange jacket and hat cares for a young child at an outdoor health screening in Bangladesh.](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2022-06/USAID%20flickr_Bangladesh_Photo%20by%20Maggie%20Moore%2C%20USAID_CC%20BY-NC%202.0_lighter.jpg?itok=xZ0JJcF6)
Both Ghana and Bangladesh have implemented health budget accountability mechanisms. Their experiences offer practical lessons that other countries can adapt to their own budget execution needs.
![A nurse vaccinates a child at a clinic in Accra, Ghana.](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2022-03/pic0.jpg?itok=AV2c07SO)
Late last year, health sector practitioners from eight countries met to tackle the issue head-on as participants in the Joint Learning Network Health Budget Execution Learning Exchange. They made meaningful progress.
![A laboratory specialist in Kazakhstan handles samples for testing in July 2020.](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2021-07/HSRblog%20%282%29.jpg?itok=nuvOgEr3)
The events of the past 18 months underscore the importance of generally strong, equitable, and accessible health systems. COVID-19 is not the only threat we face, and as we prepare for the future it is critical that we begin to sufficiently invest in the foundational health system strengthening required to develop lasting resilience.