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.
This course is an interactive, four module, online self-study course on processes used by countries to set health priorities that are reflected in national health policies. Each module allows participants to engage with the materials and reflect on their own country’s context.
Explore our latest report on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Vietnam, which provides an in-depth analysis of antibiotic use and resistance patterns from 2019 to 2022 by using the database from the Social Health Insurance (SHI) system at the country level. This study, undertaken by the Local Health System Sustainability (LHSS) project in collaboration with Vietnam Social Security (VSS), offers valuable insights into the trends of antimicrobial consumption, including data on Defined Daily Doses (DDD), cost implications, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on prescribing practices.
LHSS Jordan collaborated with the Laboratories Directorate to deliver a robust capacity-building program, equipping staff with essential training and preparing laboratories for accreditation. This effort included implementing an integrated quality management system that aligns with international accreditation standards
In Colombia and Peru, integrating migrants into national health systems is challenging due to inequalities in access and limited resources. This event aims to discuss the knowledge and expectations needed to effectively implement promising practices in different contexts, helping address these challenges and improve health equity for migrant populations.
Este anexo presenta las dimensiones de las prestaciones de salud en detalle, incluyendo las recomendaciones, las fuentes de trabajo, actividades, líneas de tiempo, y las organizaciones responsables.
El Programa Comunidades Saludables colaboró con el Gobierno Colombiano para identificar oportunidades de optimización en el Sistema General de Seguridad Social en Salud (SGSSS). Utilizaron la Guía de Eficiencia Técnica de USAID (GET) adaptada al contexto colombiano.
In this webinar, the quintuple quality goal and its application in managing obstetric emergencies were presented. Additionally, functional maternal health networks and their contribution to reducing maternal mortality were discussed.
Join us as LHSS Colombia, Communidades Saludables presents at the 33rd International Forum in Cartagena, Colombia on August 14-16, 2024.
Creating a network with interoperable data management systems holds great potential to revolutionize Cambodia’s entire social safety-net ecosystem, providing improved efficiency for policymakers, implementing organizations, service providers, as well banks that subsidize services.
This report evaluates the resources dedicated to telemedicine services in Ukrainian healthcare institutions. The primary goal of the study was to understand the current utilization of telemedicine and to analyze the costs involved, with a detailed focus on the components of these costs. The findings will support efforts to enhance the purchasing mechanisms for the National Health Service of Ukraine, paving the way for further improvements in telemedicine provision.
LHSS collaborated with the Colombian Government to identify opportunities for optimization in the General Social Security Health System (SGSSS). Using USAID's Technical Efficiency Guide (TEG) adapted to the Colombian context.
The report outlines the main strategies recommended to address technical inefficiencies and improve the health system's capacity to integrate the Venezuelan migrant population in Colombia.
El informe detalla los esfuerzos de LHSS desde 2020 hasta 2023 en colaboración con el Gobierno de Colombia para mejorar la prestación de servicios de salud a las poblaciones migrantes, con un enfoque en la sostenibilidad financiera. Al implementar la Guía de Eficiencia Técnica de Sistemas de Salud (GET) de USAID, el Ministerio de Salud y Protección Social, el Departamento Nacional de Planeación y LHSS, se buscó mejorar la eficiencia en la asignación de recursos dentro del sector salud. La GET, que incluye cuatro grupos analíticos tradicionales—prestación de servicios, fuerza laboral en salud, productos farmacéuticos y financiamiento y gobernanza—se amplió para incluir un quinto grupo, Sistemas de Información, para satisfacer las necesidades específicas de Colombia. LHSS adaptó la guía mediante análisis de expertos y discusiones participativas con actores clave para identificar ineficiencias y proponer recomendaciones prácticas. El informe detalla las principales estrategias recomendadas para abordar estas ineficiencias y mejorar la capacidad del sistema de salud para integrar a la población migrante venezolana.
A quality improvement initiative underway at Jordan’s Al Karak Hospital is reducing medication errors and optimizing treatment for patients in the intensive care unit (ICU).
Featured as part of the Closing Ceremony for the Activity in June 2024, this video highlights work of the USAID Health System Sustainability Activity in supporting Timor-Leste build a self-reliant health system that is well-governed, efficient, accountable, and responsive to people’s needs.