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2030 . The reform has already resulted in increased PHC visits, patient satisfaction and rural community coverage, but continuous improvement is needed to tackle challenges related to human resources, cultural and lifestyle behaviour, geography, intersectoral collaboration and infrastructure. 5.3 Recommendations RECOMMENDATION 5A Target evidence-based, preventative interventions based on intelligence on individual and population health risks in order to reduce reliance on curative care. RECOMMENDATION 5B Enhance primary health care (PHC) services to reduce the burden on secondary and tertiary care facilities, improve early detection and management of diseases and promote preventative healthcare RECOMMENDATION 5C Integrate telemedicine and digital health solutions in health service delivery to expand access to healthcare services, particularly in remote areas, reduce waiting times and improve the overall efficiency of the healthcare system. RECOMMENDATION 5D Develop a patient-centred approach and integrate care across the patient pathway and provider boundaries, to reduce variation in practice and to improve clinical outcomes and patient experience RECOMMENDATION 5E Invest in health workforce development to address shortages, improve quality of care and contribute to a more resilient healthcare system. RECOMMENDATION 5F Foster public-private partnerships (PPP) to improve access to healthcare services, leverage private sector expertise and enhance overall healthcare system e fficiency. 64 Sustainability and Resilience in the Saudi Arabian Health System The Partnership for Health System Sustainability and Resilience