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PROGRAM APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY HEALTH [2 records]

Record 1 2005-07-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Hygiene and Health
OBS

PATH Canada is a non-profit, non-governmental organization whose goal is to improve health, especially the health of women and children, in developing regions of the world. Our mission is to increase the effectiveness, availability and appropriateness of practices and technologies used in primary health care. PATH Canada's definition of "technology" includes: the systems and practices through which health care is delivered the equipment and devices used in primary health care the information and skills that must accompany each technology PATH Canada bridges the gap between user and provider of primary health care services. Through field assessment and operations research, we identify user needs, and assist in identifying priority actions. We work with local partners to design and implement projects to adapt practices and technologies to specific social, cultural and resource settings.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Hygiène et santé
OBS

Organisme situé à Ottawa.

Spanish

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Record 2 2005-06-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of International Programs
  • General Medicine, Hygiene and Health
OBS

PATH creates sustainable, culturally relevant solutions, enabling communities worldwide to break longstanding cycles of poor health. By collaborating with diverse public-and private-sector partners, we help provide appropriate health technologies and vital strategies that change the way people think and act. Our work improves global health and well-being.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de programmes internationaux
  • Médecine générale, hygiène et santé
Key term(s)
  • Programme de technologie sanitaire appropriée

Spanish

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