Health System Resilience Project (HSRP) in the Philippines

Abstract

The Health System Resilience Project (HSRP) in the Philippines aims to strengthen the resilience of the public health system in response to challenges posed by natural disasters, pandemics, and climate change. The project focuses on enhancing health infrastructure, improving emergency response capabilities, and promoting digital health services to support Universal Health Care (UHC) objectives. Targeting areas such as the Davao Region, the HSRP emphasizes the development of primary care facilities, upgrade of provincial hospitals, and the establishment of Bagong Urgent Care and Ambulatory Service (BUCAS) centers for rapid care access. The HSRP is structured around four major components: local health system strengthening, surveillance system enhancement, digital transformation, and a contingency emergency response. Each component is interdependent, facilitating a robust health system through technical assistance, capacity building, and infrastructure investments. Initial investments are scheduled for 2025, with a five-year timeline aiming to meet key health targets, improve pandemic readiness, and support vulnerable populations. The project aligns with the Philippine government’s agenda to enhance health equity and resilience, ultimately ensuring healthcare access and sustainability amidst evolving public health challenges.