The state of health in Myanmar is gradually improving, with significantly higher levels of funding being allocated by the state, and foreign donors and private investors looking to participate. To ensure its 56m people have access to better care, and mindful of the challenges, the administration is increasingly open to assistance from foreign governments, NGOs and private firms. The newly...
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Chapter | Health & Education from The Report: Myanmar 2017
Myanmar today is a country undergoing rapid change, and there is a solid determination among its people and leaders alike to help their country establish an important place at the global political and economic table.
Interviews & Viewpoints | Dow R Wilson, CEO, Varian Medical Systems: Interview from The Report: Algeria 2016
What is being done in Algeria to curb the prevalence of cancer and address treatment needs?
Articles & Analysis | New surgical methods piloted as health sector looks to adapt in Algeria from The Report: Algeria 2016
Algeria has made significant strides to improve access to quality medical care and tackle communicable diseases. While basic health indicators are very good, the changing socioeconomic landscape and improved living standards have coincided with a rise in chronic diseases such as diabetes and cancer.
Articles & Analysis | Strong backing demonstrates Algeria's commitment to raising the quality of education from The Report: Algeria 2016
The Algerian government continues to move forward in its quest to raise the quality of the education sector. According to the Algerian Literacy Society, the literacy rate rose from 68.4% in 1998 to 86% in 2015, and the Ministry of National Education (Ministère de l’Éducation Nationale, MEN) claims a primary and secondary schooling enrolment...
