Public Health Efficiency and Well-being in Italian Province

Health is a fundamental human right, and good health is an essential component of well-being; therefore, an efficient public health system is required to achieve well-being in society. This paper analyses the relationship between public health efficiency and well-being considering a panel of 102 Italian provinces from 2000 to 2016. The results show that public health efficiency enhances well-being in Italian provinces, especially in the North. The findings could help policymakers adopt measures to strengthen the public health system, encourage private providers, and inspire countries worldwide.