There is a strong global momentum on Universal Health Coverage, re-enforced by the Tokyo Declaration of December 2017. The core principles of UHC are a part of National Health Policy 2017. Our country has witnessed many incremental changes and India@70 is an opportune time for transformational approaches to improve the health of citizens. This provides a ‘once in 15 year opportunity’ to transform health of the people with renewed zeal.
Recent Developments National Health Authority
Ayushman Bharat-National Health Protection Mission
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Objectives of Universal Health
Indicators of Universal Health Coverage
World Health Organization (WHO) uses 16 essential health services in 4 categories as indicators of the level and equity of coverage in countries.
Government Initiatives of Attain the UHC
National Health Policy, 2017
National Rural Health Mission (NRHM)
Indicators of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) |
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Indicators |
Reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health care |
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Infectious diseases |
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Non-communicable diseases |
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Service capacity and access |
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Universal Health Insurance Scheme (UHIS)
Pros and Cons of Universal Health Coverage Pros
Cons
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High-Level Expert Group Report on Universal Health Coverage, 2011
Challenges to Achieve Universal Health Coverage
Interesting Facts on UHC
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Improvements Required