In this new report, ATscale describes the enormous gains that access to assistive technology (AT) can have in health, for the community and the economy. The figures are dramatic: investment in the provision of four assistive products – hearing aids, prostheses, eyeglasses, and wheelchairs – will result in a return on investment of 9:1.
Assistive products specifications and how to use them
This document was developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to guide the procurement of assistive products. It is intended primarily for procurement teams working in less-resourced settings. It should be read alongside the WHO and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) publication "A manual for public procurement of assistive products, accessories, spare parts and related services", which sets out the procurement process in detail, including key steps and good practice.
Details
Publisher Name:
World Health Organization (WHO)
Publisher Website:
https://www.who.int/
Publication Year:
2021
Languages:
English, Russian
Categories:
Guide
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