Challenges of 21st-century health governance

Purpose The purpose of this review is to provide an overview of the articles included within one issue of International Journal of Health Governance (IJHG) together with some commentary and reference to other published works. Design/methodology/approach The design is a literature review based on the articles in the current issue of IJHG. Other literature studies are referred to for expansion or clarification of the discussion. Findings Finding ways to provide efficient, equitable and compassionate care continues to occupy the minds of health managers and health professionals. Originality/value The originality value lies in the fact that IJHG is the only journal in the Emerald suite of health care-related publications that includes a regular review of this type.