R4D is pleased to present "The Economics of eHealth" paper, authored by Principal, Julian Schweitzer, and Program Associate, Christina Synowiec. The paper, developed in partnership with the United Nations Foundation mHealth Alliance, provides an outline of key economic and financial questions to pursue in informing in-country eHealth policy and strategy investments.
e- and mHealth can help overcome core health obstacles in poor countries such as access, information and trained staff. However, there are very few resources available to help policymakers in these countries prioritize e- and mHealth investments based on the full range of financial costs and benefits, focusing on the initiatives with the greatest impact, ability to scale up, and sustainability.
The paper will serve as the central theme for a session on “The Business and Economics of mHealth” during the mHealth Summit in Washington, D.C., November 8th, featuring Julian Schweitzer as a panelist. R4D will also lead a Formal Working Session on November 10th on “The Economics of Maternal and Newborn Health: The Role of Public-Private Partnerships.”
