The Brazilian College of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging (CBR) has been invited to participate in an event in Geneva, Switzerland, promoted by the World Health Organization (WHO), in partnership with the International Society of Radiology (ISR), the World Federation for Nuclear Medicine and Biology (WFNMB) and Siemens Healthineers. The initiative takes place during the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA), between May 19 and 27.
The meeting aims to discuss and mobilize support for the World Health Assembly (WHA) Resolution on Strengthening Medical Imaging Capacity, with a special focus on developing countries. The proposal will be put to a vote during the next World Health Assembly, reinforcing Member States’ commitment to strengthening medical imaging capacities as an essential component of health care.
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This is a topic of great relevance for global diagnostic medicine, with a direct impact on tackling chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs), such as cancer, vascular and neurological diseases.
Brazil as co-sponsor of the Resolution
“Brazil is a co-sponsor of this proposal, which aims to expand access to imaging tests in developing countries, including ours. This measure is essential to improve the control of chronic non-communicable diseases, in line with the principles of universal health coverage advocated by the WHO,” highlights the president of the CBR, Dr. Rubens Chojniak.
The Resolution proposes a series of initiatives to facilitate access to imaging exams, including:
- Infrastructure investments;
- Reduction of medical equipment costs;
- Preparation of guidelines and public policies;
- Implementation of quality and management programs;
- Continuous professional training and qualification.
The strategic role of the CBR
According to Chojniak, CBR’s participation in the event is strategic for Brazil and for national radiology. “The recognition of medical imaging as a vital element in the diagnosis and treatment of communicable and non-communicable diseases, traumatic injuries and other conditions reinforces CBR’s mission to strengthen radiology throughout Brazil,” he says.
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In addition to contributing to global discussions, the CBR will have the opportunity to articulate solutions applicable to the Brazilian reality, such as:
- Technology financing;
- Cost reduction;
- Innovation in access and management;
- Adaptation of policies to the Unified Health System (SUS) and the private sector.
Partnerships and international protagonism
The event will bring together representatives from several countries and international organizations, such as RAD-AID, ISR and WFNMB. In this context, the presence of the CBR will allow:
- Expansion of international partnerships;
- Participation in cooperation projects in quality programs, training, research and access to technologies;
- Active contribution to the formulation of global policies for the diagnostic imaging sector.
“It is an opportunity to recognize the role of the CBR and to contribute to policy formulation, strengthen radiology in Brazil, expand international partnerships and ensure that the proposed solutions meet local needs,” concludes Chojniak.