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Designing Healthcare Spaces to Transform Quality of Care, Ensure Respectful Patient Centered Care, Operations and Climate Resilience.

In an era where healthcare systems face increasing pressure from rising patient needs and the escalating impacts of climate change, the intersection of quality care, health outcomes, and space considerations has become more critical than ever. While clinical innovations and operational improvements have traditionally been the focus of healthcare strategies, the role of physical space in influencing health-seeking behaviors and outcomes is often overlooked. However, the design and
layout of healthcare facilities play a pivotal role in delivering effective, compassionate, and sustainable care.

The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes this in its technical brief on "Strategic Health Infrastructure Investments to Support Universal Health Coverage." Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is grounded in the principle that appropriate infrastructure is essential. Health facilities that are well-maintained, properly furnished, and offer local populations a sense of security encourage people to seek medical care with confidence. However, in many regions, the infrastructure supporting
healthcare remains minimal or substandard. By investing in health infrastructure today, we can reform systems and create a foundation for sustainable healthcare delivery.

Climate change adds another layer of urgency to the discussion of healthcare infrastructure, as systems must now adapt to extreme weather conditions, rising temperatures, and resource scarcity.

To ensure facilities remain resilient, integrating climate-conscious design into healthcare infrastructure is critical.

This WHO-hosted webinar explores why space matters, demonstrating case studies from Bangladesh, Ethiopia, and Kenya. It highlights how well-designed spaces can drive improvements in patient experience, clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and climate resilience.