HPIO’s priorities are key elements of its mission
Health is defined by the World Health Organization as “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” Many factors, including community conditions, access to quality healthcare, health behaviors and genetics influence health.
Health equity means that everyone can achieve their full health potential. This requires addressing historical and present-day injustices and removing obstacles to health and wellbeing.
The goal of high-value healthcare spending is to manage overall expenditure growth, reduce unnecessary spending and ensure access to affordable, high-quality care.
