It is estimated that during 2007 the human species will become a predominantly urban species; for the first time in human history more than half of all people will live in cities. Consequently, the governance of cities is increasingly important for human futures. Those responsible should manage our cities in the interests of both human health and the health of the environment.
The ageing of the population and the increase in chronic illnesses are placing increasing demands on an ageing health workforce that is already over-worked and poorly distributed. Addressing the healthcare workforce crisis should be considered an essential priority.
This will require a multifaceted approach, simultaneously addressing long term planning, education, training, reskilling, recruitment, retention and the modernisation of the health workforce and the workplace.
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