WHO leadership in strengthening collaboration in support of national efforts to accelerate progress toward the health-related SDGs
Regular engagement with state and non-state actors and UN agencies to accelerate progress towards health related SDGs
, At national, district and service delivery sites, senior health managers received training on the model of health service integration, and they became aware of the positive benefits integrated modes of health care regulation, production, and management have on populations' health., The Lesotho health sector and health development partners supported the establishment of health sector-driven, -steered, and technical coordination platforms as well as a term of reference approved by everyone., Assisted the country in the creation of a regulatory authority to control medicines and medical devices across the country. Regulation implementation guides and manuals are now being written.
Out of pocket health expenditure assessmented conducted and report disseminated
Out of pocket health expenditure assessmented conducted and report disseminated
, Lesotho has utilized data from the 2018 Household Expenditure Survey to assess current levels of out-of-pocket (OOP) healthcare spending. According to a 2022 study, OOP health expenditure accounted for approximately 11.1% of total health expenditure in the 2018/19 fiscal year (Zbelo et al 2022).
Essential service package updated to take into account the life-course
Orient district teams on EHSP
, The Lesotho health sector has undertaken a significant review and update of its comprehensive health service package, aligning it with the Primary Health Care (PHC) approach to advance toward achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) goals. This updated package prioritizes equitable access to essential health services, integrating preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative care to address the health needs of the population comprehensively. Emphasis has been placed on strengthening service delivery at the community and district levels, ensuring that the most vulnerable populations are reached. Additionally, the package incorporates interventions targeting maternal and child health, communicable and non-communicable diseases, and emergency care, while promoting multisectoral collaboration to address the social determinants of health. This effort is expected to enhance the quality, accessibility, and efficiency of health services, contributing to improved health outcomes across the country.
WHO leadership in strengthening collaboration in support of national efforts to accelerate progress toward the health-related SDGs
Regular engagement with state and non-state actors and UN agencies to accelerate progress towards health related SDGs
, At national, district and service delivery sites, senior health managers received training on the model of health service integration, and they became aware of the positive benefits integrated modes of health care regulation, production, and management have on populations' health., The Lesotho health sector and health development partners supported the establishment of health sector-driven, -steered, and technical coordination platforms as well as a term of reference approved by everyone., Assisted the country in the creation of a regulatory authority to control medicines and medical devices across the country. Regulation implementation guides and manuals are now being written.
Essential service package updated to take into account the life-course
Orient district teams on EHSP
, The Lesotho health sector has undertaken a significant review and update of its comprehensive health service package, aligning it with the Primary Health Care (PHC) approach to advance toward achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) goals. This updated package prioritizes equitable access to essential health services, integrating preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative care to address the health needs of the population comprehensively. Emphasis has been placed on strengthening service delivery at the community and district levels, ensuring that the most vulnerable populations are reached. Additionally, the package incorporates interventions targeting maternal and child health, communicable and non-communicable diseases, and emergency care, while promoting multisectoral collaboration to address the social determinants of health. This effort is expected to enhance the quality, accessibility, and efficiency of health services, contributing to improved health outcomes across the country.
National Health Accounts institutionalised
, Lesotho institutionalized the National Health Accounts (NHA) process using the WHO tool, with key stakeholders including USAID and the World Bank. With their support, two rounds of NHA were successfully conducted in 2023 and 2024, providing critical data to guide resource allocation, policy-making, and efforts to strengthen the country’s health financing system.
Develop training package for Pharmaco vigilance committees
, In 2023, Lesotho enacted the Medicines and Medical Devices Control Authority Act, establishing a regulatory framework to ensure the safety and quality of medical products. WHO, USAID, and other stakeholders supported the operationalization of the Medicines and Medical Devices Regulatory Authority by developing guidelines, training staff, and establishing quality monitoring systems. This initiative aims to protect public health by ensuring access to safe and effective medicines and devices.
Anti-microbial resistance surveillance strengthened
, WHO supported the strengthening of Lesotho's Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) surveillance system. This included capacity-building for health workers, enhancing laboratory capabilities, and establishing standardized protocols for data collection and analysis. The improved system enables timely detection and monitoring of AMR trends, supporting evidence-based actions to combat antimicrobial resistance and protect public health.
Revise and update tools used for notification and reporting on vital events (births and deaths)(certificates and disease classification
, WHO and UNICEF jointly supported the government of Lesotho in strengthening its Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) system. The support included training health workers on the registration and reporting of vital events, mortality, and causes of death, with a focus on introducing ICD-11 to standardize cause-of-death classifications. The training also incorporated the use of verbal autopsy methods to capture information on deaths occurring outside health facilities. These efforts aimed to enhance the accuracy, timeliness, and comprehensiveness of CRVS data, ensuring its effective use for planning, monitoring, and decision-making to improve health outcomes and governance.
Out of pocket health expenditure assessmented conducted and report disseminated
Out of pocket health expenditure assessmented conducted and report disseminated
, Lesotho has utilized data from the 2018 Household Expenditure Survey to assess current levels of out-of-pocket (OOP) healthcare spending. According to a 2022 study, OOP health expenditure accounted for approximately 11.1% of total health expenditure in the 2018/19 fiscal year (Zbelo et al 2022).
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