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Cecilia González Luna discusses Peru's health policies, highlighting a population of 33.7 million with significant urban concentration. Poverty affects 30%, while life expectancy is 77 years. Cardiovascular diseases are prevalent. The health system is governed by the Ministry of Health and includes public and private sectors. Peru's health financing is 5.2% of GDP, and 78% of the population have some insurance, though 20% lack coverage. A significant number of doctors and facilities are concentrated in wealthier areas like Lima. Challenges include staff shortages, poor specialist distribution, and inadequate resources and infrastructure in health facilities.

Keywords

Peru health policies

cardiovascular diseases

health system challenges

health insurance coverage

urban concentration