G8 Summit 2009: what approach will Italy take to health?

摘要

In the past decade, the G8 played an important part in the establishment or support of global health initiatives that are at risk today of becoming part of the problem rather than the solution for granting health coverage to disadvantaged populations. The fragmentation of financing for global health and increased transaction costs contrast with the need for efficient and effective health systems, and underline the need for a review of quick-fix and selective approaches. In view of the present economic crisis, a heightened commitment from wealthy countries to sustain global health will be needed. As chair of the G8 Summit 2009, Italy will have a unique opportunity to renew its commitment to global health and orient action towards a more effective approach.