Latin America and the Caribbean
Digital Transition
Improving Access To Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) Quality Care Services Through Digital Innovation
Total funding allocated
US $
451081
Co-funding by UN agencies
US $
201081
Brief Description
The joint programme titled 'IMPROVING ACCESS TO NCD QUALITY CARE SERVICES THROUGH DIGITAL INNOVATION' aims to enhance the capacity of primary healthcare in El Salvador to provide comprehensive care for noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) through digital solutions, addressing access barriers and improving service coordination, particularly for women and girls.
The programme improves primary healthcare in El Salvador by enhancing access to quality care for noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) through digital innovations like telehealth. It focuses on reducing geographical barriers, waiting times, and improving resource availability, particularly for women and girls. Key actions include mapping digital healthcare solutions, increasing community utilization of NCD services, and enhancing management capacities. The programme reaches approximately 1.5 million people, contributing to better health outcomes and advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to health and gender equality.
Expected key results
Mapping of current digital solutions to support healthcare and National Health System management capacity, with focus on primary care.
Quick facts
Allocated by Joint SDG Fund:
Co-funding:
Total Funding:
UN Agencies:
Duration:
$250,000 USD
Co-funding:
$201,081 USD
Total Funding:
$451,081 USD
UN Agencies:
WHO, UNICEF, UNFPA, ITU
Duration:
August 2024 - August 2025
