Public Health as a Catalyst for Economic Growth: Insights from South Asia

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A strong positive association exists between GDP per capita and public health expenditures, emphasizing health investment's crucial role.
Health expenditures were linked to increased foreign direct investment and improved economic conditions across seven South Asian countries from 1993 to 2022.
Panel data analysis utilized methods like the ARDL model and unit root tests to explore economic growth relationships with public health.
Critically underscores the need for policymakers to integrate health investments into economic strategies to enhance resilience.

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Analysis reveals a positive link between public health and economic growth in South Asia, suggesting improved strategies essential for resilience.

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Analysis reveals a positive link between public health and economic growth in South Asia, suggesting improved strategies essential for resilience.