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Jarryn Katia, Rajesh Yadav, Bobomurod Mamdullayev and others are enlisted in the challenge
Innovations for Non-Communicable Diseases and Mental Health Management in Primary Health Care
Innovations for Non-Communicable Diseases and Mental Health Management in Primary Health Care
ADB-PATH Innovations Challenge - Taking innovations to primary health care effectively.
CHALLENGE OVERVIEW
Through this challenge, our objective is to identify two well-suited innovations for implementation in primary healthcare settings to enhance person-centered, high-quality care for Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs) and mental health. These selected technologies will receive support for feasibility assessment and preparation for deployment in primary healthcare facilities within the targeted Developing Member Countries (DMCs) in the ADB's portfolio, specifically Bangladesh, Indonesia, or Uzbekistan.
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including mental health conditions, present a significant challenge to public health and economies globally. The impact of NCDs and mental health conditions is particularly pronounced in the Asia-Pacific region, with a disproportionate burden on low- and middle-income countries. Introducing health technology innovations like point-of-care diagnostics, mobile health applications, telemedicine, wearable devices, and other artificial intelligence and machine learning-enabled digital health tools, holds immense potential as a crucial intervention. These technologies are poised to enhance screening, diagnosis, self-care, and management of NCDs and mental health conditions for communities in primary healthcare settings.
Through this joint effort, PATH and ADB aim to drive the adoption of innovative technologies to elevate the management of NCDs and mental health at the primary care level.
Our goal is to identify and implement global technologies that improve early detection, treatment, and management of non-communicable diseases and mental health issues in primary healthcare facilities. The emphasis is on cost-effective interventions, such as medical devices, in-vitro diagnostics, and digital health tools, that can improve access to health services, reduce out-of pocket expenses, and contribute to universal health coverage.
Calling for technological innovations in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health management! Apply and take your solution to new markets.
The challenge seeks...
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WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Two winners, one each in the NCDs and mental health management categories, will be identified.
- Each winner will be rewarded with 20,000 USD as prize money.
- Opportunity to receive possible support from ADB and PATH in feasibility assessment in primary healthcare settings of the identified DMC.
- A platform to present their innovation along with findings from feasibility assessment in the ADB conference (tentatively to be scheduled in June 2024).