Health Care Spending per Capita 2010

Afghanistan

In 2010, Afghanistan ranked #146 globally in Health Care Spending per Capita, with a value of 148.28574 USD. This figure is significantly lower than the global average, reflecting the country's ongoing challenges in health infrastructure and services. Contributing factors include prolonged conflict, limited government resources, and a lack of access to basic health care facilities, which hinder the overall health system development.

Albania

In 2010, Albania ranked #89 globally for Health Care Spending per Capita at 597.19324 USD. This figure is significantly lower than the European Union average, reflecting the country's developing health care system. Key drivers of Albania's spending include its transitional economy and limited public investment in health services, which affect access and quality for the population.

Bahamas

In 2010, the Bahamas ranked #45 globally for Health Care Spending per Capita, with a value of 1561.0135 USD. This figure is notably higher than many Caribbean nations, reflecting the Bahamas' relatively developed health care infrastructure compared to its regional peers. Key drivers of this spending include the country's tourism-driven economy, which supports higher health expenditures, and a focus on providing quality health services to both residents and visitors.

Guatemala

In 2010, Guatemala ranked #109 globally in Health Care Spending per Capita, with a value of 406.84518 USD. This figure is significantly lower than the global average, indicating challenges in healthcare funding compared to more developed nations. Contributing factors include Guatemala's high poverty rates and limited government investment in health services, which hinder access to quality care for its population.

Bahrain

In 2010, Bahrain ranked #38 globally in Health Care Spending per Capita, with a value of 1956.4109 USD. This figure is notably higher than the average spending in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, reflecting Bahrain's commitment to healthcare investment. The country's relatively high spending is driven by its small population, which allows for more focused allocation of resources, and its efforts to enhance healthcare services as part of broader economic diversification initiatives.

Guinea

In 2010, Guinea ranked #183 globally in Health Care Spending per Capita, with a value of 55.58871 USD. This figure is significantly lower than the global average, reflecting the country's ongoing challenges in health care access and quality.

The low spending is largely driven by Guinea's economic constraints, including limited government revenue and high poverty rates, which restrict investment in health care infrastructure and services. Additionally, the country's political instability has hindered effective health policy implementation and resource allocation.

Cuba

In 2010, Cuba achieved a global rank of #36 with a Health Care Spending per Capita of 2028.6156 USD. This figure is significantly higher than the average spending in Latin America, reflecting Cuba's commitment to universal health care despite economic challenges. The nation's health outcomes are driven by a robust public health system, extensive preventive care programs, and a strong emphasis on education and training for health professionals.

Central African Republic

In 2010, the Central African Republic ranked #187 globally in Health Care Spending per Capita, with a value of 33.404423 USD. This figure is significantly lower than the global average, reflecting the country's position near the bottom of the rankings, just above only one other nation. Contributing factors to this low spending include ongoing political instability, a weak economy, and limited access to healthcare resources, which severely impact the population's health outcomes.

Sri Lanka

In 2010, Sri Lanka ranked #121 globally for Health Care Spending per Capita at 308.05713 USD. This figure is notably lower than the global average, reflecting the challenges faced by many developing nations. Contributing factors include Sri Lanka's post-conflict recovery phase, which has limited public investment in health infrastructure, and a relatively high population density that strains existing resources.

Iceland

Iceland ranked #20 globally in 2010 for Health Care Spending per Capita, with a value of 3324.1052 USD. This spending level is significantly higher than the global average, reflecting the country's commitment to providing comprehensive health services. Key drivers of this expenditure include Iceland's small population, which allows for more targeted health initiatives, and a strong public health policy that prioritizes accessibility and quality of care.