As North Macedonia accelerates its push towards a fully digitised healthcare system, concerns are mounting over the technology’s impact on the country’s most vulnerable patients. While digital platforms promise streamlined services and improved efficiency, critics warn that the shift risks marginalising those with limited access to technology, including the elderly, rural residents, and low-income communities. This article explores how North Macedonia’s rapid health digitisation is exposing gaps in accessibility and what it means for the future of equitable healthcare in the Balkans.
North Macedonia’s Digital Health Shift Risks Deepening Inequality Among Vulnerable Groups
The recent overhaul of North Macedonia’s healthcare system towards a fully digitised model promises improved efficiency and streamlined patient services. However, this transition has inadvertently marginalized several vulnerable groups, including the elderly, rural residents, and those with limited…
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Author : Samuel Brown
Publish date : 2026-02-25 20:13:00
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