09 Jul 2012
(MENAFN) A recent report released by Frost & Sullivan predicted GCC’s total healthcare expenditure to triple by 2018, Arabian Business reported.
The report estimated GCC healthcare expenditure last year at USD46.12 billion, and is expected to hit USD133.19 billion in 2018.
Healthcare spending in the region is poised to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3 percent from 2010 to 2018, driven by the increase in population, higher incidence of lifestyle diseases, and deeper insurance penetration, the report noted.
However, GCC’s healthcare industry is being hindered by the lack of educated manpower in the region, the report noted.
It added that the industry, which is mostly regulated by the government, needs to be opened up to private healthcare organizations by easing the entry rules and reducing the complexities of procedures.
Frost & Sullivan found that healthcare public-private partnerships (PPPs) have already proven to save governments as much as 25 percent of healthcare costs.
UAE and Saudi Arabia were the leaders in healthcare PPP deals in GCC region, the report added.
17 Nov 2024
BBK and Asia Jewellers announce exclusive offers to its customers at Jewellery Arabia 2024
12 Nov 2024
BBK partners with Durrat Al Bahrain to offer exclusive financing for Jawhart Al Marjan
05 Nov 2024
As part of its digital transformation journey, BBK adds Google Wallet to its range of digital wallets
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience and by clicking “I Accept” below, you consent to the use of cookies. Learn more