Around the world, too many people struggle to get the care they need. Barriers like limited health workers, medicine shortages, high costs, and long travel distances make it especially hard for rural and marginalized communities. But there are exciting opportunities to close this gap.
The COVID-19 pandemic showed how technology can transform health care delivery. Telemedicine connects health workers to patients wherever they are, while AI-powered tools help diagnose and treat illnesses faster, even without specialists. Non-traditional models like self-care solutions and family-supported approaches help individuals take charge of their health in ways that fit their lives.
At Jhpiego, health workers are central to our mission and our process for democratizing access to care. We work directly with them to design solutions that reflect their firsthand insights and better serve clients. When appropriate, we collaborate with local design firms to ensure solutions are contextually relevant and locally owned. We also partner with governments, who drive and benefit from service-delivery innovations that reduce the burden on overstretched health systems and lower costs for everyone. Together, we are democratizing care—bringing quality care closer to home, making it more affordable, and ensuring it works for the people who need it most.