TOR for Conceptualizing and Designing a Preventive Health Centre and Design Guidelines

Background of SELCO Foundation 

SELCO Foundation’s mission is to create a platform of solutions that uses sustainable energy as a  catalyst to bridge environmental sustainability and poverty alleviation. With holistic development as the  primary focus, the organization strives to create equitable societies, where services are accessed by all  communities. The interventions of SELCO lead to a sustainable delivery model of essential services like  livelihoods, education, and health till the last mile. (Read more about SELCO here:  http://www.selcofoundation.org/)  

About Built Environment 

The aim of the built environment program is to democratize access to design of liveable habitats to  address poverty and climate challenges in a climate-stressed world by integrating energy optimization  through an ecosystem approach. Underserved communities are usually at the receiving end of the worst  impacts of climate change coupled with improper ventilation, natural lighting and thermal conditions;  the cost of building resilience and comfort is generally high. The overall energy performance of built  environments is influenced by people, units and climate. Hence, innovations need to integrate energy  optimization in the application of technologies and the environment of built spaces. 

Context and Background

Curative medicine has historically taken precedence over preventive treatment in India. However, due to  the COVID-19 epidemic, preventive care has become increasingly crucial. A recent poll of more than  1,000 people revealed that at least 40% of respondents strongly preferred preventative health. NCDs  have been the primary cause of mortality and suffering during the last three decades, accounting for 71%  of global deaths. In 2019, India was responsible for 66% of all deaths. Furthermore, more than half of  these deaths are caused by heart disease, cancer, chronic respiratory disorders, and diabetes. The  economic burden of NCDs on India is anticipated to be over Rs. 511 lakh crore (US$ 6.2 trillion) by 2030.  Overweight and obesity alone affect over 17% of our population, costing the country Rs. 2.8 lakh crore  (US$ 35 billion) every year, or more than 1% of its GDP 

The basic goal of preventive healthcare is to prevent illness before it occurs. It is also called Prophylaxis.  The philosophy underlying preventative healthcare is to protect, promote, and preserve one's health and  well-being. It also tries to prevent sickness, disability, and mortality on an individual and community  level. Preventive health involves the discovery and reduction of disease risk factors, the improvement of  the course of an existing disease, and early disease detection through screening. Preventive healthcare  is an important aspect in defining health since it comprises avoiding or postponing the start of a sickness,  which is critical for a high quality of life. Only for Reference: Source 

Goal  

This Terms of Reference (TOR) is to invite architects specializing in healthcare to conceptualize and  design a preventive health center and develop comprehensive design and design guidelines considering  global standards