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080 _a02.05.02 F363
100 _aFernández, Andrés
245 _aInformation and communication technologies in the health sector : opportunities and challenges for the reduction of inequalities in Latin America and the Caribbean
260 _bUN ECLAC
_aSantiagoCL
_c2010
300 _a51 p.
520 _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.
583 _c10/23/12
_kSANDRAW
942 _cM
_mF363
999 _c59293
_d59293