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Key Demographic Insights:0–14 years: 34.2% (39.3 million) 15–64 years (working-age): 58.9% (67.7 million) 65+ years (elderly): 3.9% (4.4 million) Per capita health expenditure: $250 Government healthcare spending: 33% of total health expenditure Healthcare Financing Breakdown:Category % of Total Spending DetailsOut-of-Pocket (OOP) 59.3% Majority pay directly, causing financial strainGovernment Funding 33% Covers public hospitals & UHI subsidiesHealth Insurance (Public & Private) 7.7% Includes HIO & private insurance Hepatitis C significantly reduced due to the “100 Million Health” initiative. Non-Communicable Diseases (Rising Concerns):Diabetes: 20% of adults affected Cancer: Increased from 127 (2007) to 166 (2022) per 100,000 people Cardiovascular, respiratory, and renal diseases are growing challenges. Shortage of medical professionals Private sector expansion (63% of hospitals) Top Hospitals:As-Salam International Hospital (JCI-accredited, 400 beds) Ganzouri Specialized Hospital (50 years, pediatric & ortho focus) Saudi German Hospital (advanced imaging & oncology) Cleopatra Hospitals (robotic surgery, BMT) The Egyptian Hospital (ENT, urology, orthopedics) South Sinai Hospital (cardiac & nephrology services) Key Takeaways for Investors & Healthcare Providers:🔹 UHI expansion presents opportunities in insurance & public health partnerships.🔹 Private healthcare growth driven by demand for specialized treatments.🔹 NCD management requires preventive care & digital health solutions. Interested in Egypt’s healthcare market? Contact Us for detailed insights & investment opportunities.