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Competences in the management of health regions: Hungary, Bulgaria, Austria

2021; Oxford University Press; Volume: 31; Issue: Supplement_3 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1093/eurpub/ckab164.774

1464-360X

Zsófia Kollányi, Gergely Horváth, M Movia, F Amort, N Todorovska, Hristomir Yordanov, V Iltschev,

Korean Peninsula Historical and Political Studies

Abstract Background Competences were analysed through desktop research and semi-structured/guided interviews with relevant stakeholders and experts. Subsequently the results of Hungary, Bulgaria, and Austria will be presented and discussed. Results Hungary has 9,9 Mio inhabitants. The health status of the population is generally poor and characterized by inequalities. The country has one of the highest mortality rate in the EU. The public health system contains elements compatible with the concept of RHNM. Based on expert opinions main competency areas needed would be of Communication, Management, Public Health and Data Management and Analysis. Bulgaria's population is 6.9 Mio. The mortality rate is highest among the EU. The country has laid down foundations in terms of essential structures, facilities and academic programmes. Identified competences for RHNM are Management, digital health qualifications and soft skills. Austria has 8,9 Mio inhabitants. The mortality rate is close to the EU average. Austria is already aware of the concept of RHNM as it exists on small scale within the country. Identified competences from expert interviews are project management, Public Health and Health Promotion, social skills and communication. Discussion The function of RHNM is already existing in AT on small scale, in HU it is in function but diverse and in BG it is not existing. The countries are facing similarities in terms of health needs e.g. aging population, chronic diseases but there are differences in terms of the health status as BG and HU have higher mortality rates than AT. In Austria and Bulgaria there is more focus on management competences for RHNM, Hungary has greater emphasis on the health competences. Main message Overall, the function of RHNM would add a value in all countries and overall there is a good prospect for the introduction or reinforcement.