Global Scans · Good Health and Well-being · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

• [New] The Rio declaration backed India as host and chair of the 18th BRICS summit in 2026, as New Delhi's bid for a UN Security Council seat, as well its bid to host COP 33 in 2028. FTI Strategic Communications
• [New] The opportunity to improve U.S. population health outcomes in a post-COVID - 19 world resides in our ability as a nation to shift from a hospital-based health care system to one that is community-centric and values primary care and prevention. LWW
• [New] Humanoid AI, generative tech, and automation will reshape business, health care, and cybersecurity in 2025, bringing new opportunities - and risks - as AI's role expands. TechNewsWorld
• [New] The implementation of a comprehensive infrastructure plan, the stimulation of non-oil investments, rolling out a transformative healthcare plan with 12 new hospitals and advancing the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030 are another set of goals that cannot be forgotten. Guyana Chronicle
• [New] Sustainable cooling and smart energy optimization As part of its push toward more sustainable care environments, NHG Health will trial two smart energy solutions from ST Engineering. SME Business Daily Media
• [New] Health Spending: The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services predicts that total national health care expenditures will increase 5.8% a year on average from 2024 to 2033, reaching $8.6 trillion in 2033, driven by a rapidly aging population and growing demand for care. NIHCM
• [New] At a 1.1 °C increase in temperature today, an estimated 60% of the world's marine ecosystems have already been degraded or are being used unsustainably, while a warming of 1.5 °C threatens to destroy 70 to 90% of coral reefs, and a 2 °C increase means a nearly 100% loss - a point of no return. Climate Cosmos
• [New] Nano - / micro-plastics (NMPs, diameter < 5 mm) pose significant risks to human health, ecosystems, and the global material cycle. Nature
• [New] With an estimated $1 trillion in Medicaid cuts through 2034 and an estimated $665 billion directly impacting hospitals, healthcare organizations should quickly assess their exposure and develop strategic responses. Wipfli
• [New] Although patients with criminal legal system involvement have among the highest rates of suicide, the model that identifies patients at high risk of suicide at the United States Veterans Health Administration does not include predictors specific to criminal legal system involvement. Nature
• [New] The SI accreditation is expected to unlock access to new robotics deployment opportunities across Singapore's public healthcare institutions-regarded by some as among the most advanced hospital networks in Asia. Morningstar, Inc.
• [New] The Asia-Pacific region is expect to grow the fastest, fuel by improving healthcare access and an aging population in countries like China and India. Zmed Solutions | Professional Medical Billing Services
• [New] Wearables and Health Tech: The wearables segment, including smartwatches and fitness trackers, is forecasted to expand by 12% year-over-year, fueled by increased demand for health monitoring features and integration with AI-powered wellness platforms (Statista). BeeCost
• [New] Climate change has a broad range of health impacts and tackling climate change could be the greatest opportunity for improving global health this century. PubMed
• [New] Understanding the health impacts of climate change in Africa in all its complexity is essential for implementing effective strategies and policies to mitigate risks and protect vulnerable populations. PubMed
• [New] An ambitious and credible 2040 climate target is not a threat to Europe's prosperity but a key opportunity to protect human health and ensure Europe's long-term competitiveness, security, and fairness. EPHA
• [New] North America dominates due to robust healthcare infrastructure, while Asia Pacific is projected to grow rapidly due to occupational risk factors and expanding access to care. Market.us Media
• Digital technologies such as digital medicine, genomics, artificial intelligence, and robotics have an immense potential to transform the delivery of healthcare and NHS organizations. HFMA
• Asia Pacific is expected to register the fastest CAGR during the forecast period, fueled by rising healthcare investments, a growing ageing population, and increasing demand for minimally invasive procedures. Yahoo Finance
• By focusing on the social determinants of health and implementing comprehensive strategies, public health officials hope to make a more significant impact on reducing obesity rates in the United States. Nola Defender
• The US and Laos cooperate on health and education initiatives, with the US providing assistance to improve healthcare outcomes and educational opportunities in Laos. Seasia.co
• Communities in the Global South, often least responsible for historical emissions, are bearing the brunt of the climate crisis, facing threats to their livelihoods, health, and cultural heritage. DISA

Last updated: 13 July 2025