00899nam a2200109Ia 4500080001800000100002600018245016800044260003100212300001000243520051400253583002200767  a02.05.02 F363  aFernández, Andrés  aInformation and communication technologies in the health sector : opportunities and challenges for the reduction of inequalities in Latin America and the Caribbean  bUN ECLACaSantiagoCLc2010  a51 p.  aIdentifies and describes the several benefits expected as a result of incorporating ICTs in health and goes on to summarise present and future challenges for health policies, especially in relation to vulnerable populations.  Showcases global progress made in several applications, strategies implemented and difficulties faced in some developed and LAC countries. Concludes with generic proposals for the formulation of policies and strategies to be considered and adapted by countries throughout the region.  c10/23/12kSANDRAW