Our Scans · (LF.3) Good Health and Well-being · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

• [New] Resistant bacteria represent one of today's most serious global health threats. ScienceDaily
• [New] The opportunity to make meaningful change has never been greater, and in 2026, healthcare leaders will remain committed to realizing the full potential of technology and its greater purpose of better patient care. Healthcare IT News
• [New] Long-term care and mental health pharmacies are emerging as some of the most compelling investment opportunities in 2026. JD Supra
• [New] Regulatory scrutiny will shape how AI shows up in healthcare PE in 2026, driving tighter diligence and more adaptive deal terms. JD Supra
• [New] Healthcare PE investors have sharpened their focus on AI-driven value creation, a trend that is expected to intensify in 2026. JD Supra
• [New] Recent analysis shows that while new pledges, including $11.34 billion raised by the Global Fund, illustrate continued global commitment, it will be critical to maintain proper levels of funding to stay on track to end the public health threat of HIV/AIDS by 2030. George W. Bush Presidential Center
• [New] Ending HIV/AIDS is within reach, and doing so will require having the United States approach global health investments and bilateral partnerships as strategic, long-term investments. George W. Bush Presidential Center
• [New] The UK risks being shut out of a historic oceans summit because parliament has failed to ratify the UN's high seas treaty, environmental charities and campaigners have warned. The Guardian
• [New] WORKFORCE Mental health takes center stage: CEOs elevate it above gender equality and work conditions A worldwide priority: CEOs across the US, Europe, and Japan rank mental health as one of the top three social issues they will prioritize in 2026. The Conference Board
• [New] Tax Explore how South Africa's proposed tax increases could inadvertently heighten risks of tax evasion and challenge anti-money laundering efforts, amidst a backdrop of financial instability and healthcare reform. IOL
• [New] By 2026, technology will no longer be an add-on but the actual nervous system of healthcare. Zymr
• [New] Healthcare in 2026 is defined by two hard truths: systems are spending more but not always getting better value, and patients expect care that works as fast as the rest of their digital lives. Zymr
• [New] Healthcare delivery is expected to undergo further transformation in 2026, driven by wider adoption of digital tools, data-driven care models, and shifting patient expectations, reports the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Mexico Business
• [New] The Global Financing Facility could leverage World Bank international development assistance and support broader health services, offering incentives for health systems and primary care. Think Global Health
• [New] Gavi and the Global Fund have each made major contributions to health and will remain necessary to support immunization and HIV, TB, and malaria programs in the poorest countries. Think Global Health
• [New] The clinical application segment will expand at the fastest rate from 2025 to 2035, as regulatory approvals are being incrementally granted and as clinical evidence increases. Precedence Research
• [New] Employer health benefit costs are projected to rise 6.5% in 2026 - the biggest increase since 2010 - even after planned cost controls. Empower
• [New] Pharmavitae Analytics casts its eye out to 2026 with challenging trends in healthcare management set to crystallize, Big Pharma will add $29.5bn in revenues out to 2026, generating $351bn in prescription pharmaceuticals at a low single-digit compound annual growth rate of 0.9%. PM360
• [New] Health insurance premiums in Switzerland will increase by 4.4% on average in 2026 - with residents of some cantons paying even more. The Local Switzerland
• [New] Faster access to new therapies could reduce fracture rates, improve quality of life for ageing populations and ease pressure on health and care systems worldwide. Mirage News
• [New] In a year defined by geopolitical instability, from Gaza to Ukraine, and a pervasive sense of being on the brink of global conflict, mental health strain became a defining risk factor. Forbes
• [New] Oxford research identified misinformation as a major threat to society and public health, with social media significantly contributing to its spread and global reach. Forbes
• [New] The economic pressure that affected Brazil's auto industry in Q4 will negatively shape the start of 2026 as well. Automotive World

Last updated: 19 January 2026