Osteoporosis is one of the major public health problems in Thailand, particularly among postmenopausal women and the continuously increasing elderly population. This condition causes a significant disease burden from fractures, leading to patient disability, reduced quality of life, and high expenditures for both the patients themselves and the hea

The development of medical innovation is a key strategic priority of Thailand under the 13th National Economic and Social Development Plan, which aims to position the country as a hub for high-value medical and healthcare services. However, despite the continuous growth of medical research in Thailand, many innovations have not successfully progres

Welcome to HTAsiaLink Newsletter, Volume 21!  This year, our network has continued to grow, work together, and share knowledge. From research exchanges and capacity-building activities to policy discussions, our members have shown what can be achieved when we move forward together.  The theme

Abstract Health economic evaluation is essential for evidence-informed health policy, supporting prioritization of high-value care and optimal resource use. This Perspective synthesizes experiences from the HTAsiaLink network and global literature to demonstrate its role across the technology lif

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This annual report has been prepared to compile and summarise the activities of the Health Intervention and Technology Assessment Program (HITAP) projects in the past year (2023). It highlights various initiatives aligned with HITAP’s vision, mission, and strategic pillars, guid

This report provides an overview of regional efforts to strengthen HTA capacity across Southeast Asia under the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Health Cluster 3 (AHC 3) Work Programme. Led by Health Intervention and Technology Assessment Program Foundation (HITAP), in collaboration

Executive Summary The 4th Regional Workshop on Advanced Economic Evaluation was held on 23–25 February 2026 at Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER) in Puducherry, India. The workshop was co-organized by JIPMER, the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, N

Dr. Wanrudee Isaranuwatchai is a Secretary General and Senior Researcher of the Health Intervention and Technology Assessment Program Foundation (HITAP), Thailand. She is also an Affiliated Scientist at St. Michael’s Hospital, and an Associate Professor at the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto, in Canada.H

Digital health technologies (e.g., wearables, electronic health records, and artificial intelligence tools) are increasingly recognized for their potential to enhance care quality, efficiency, and reach of healthcare services while potentially reducing costs [1]. Landscape reviews have shown increasing investments by governments and other stakehold

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