How does the healthcare system in India ensure accessibility to all citizens
Examine the measures taken by the Indian healthcare system to provide affordable and accessible healthcare services to its population.
- Public Health Infrastructure: India has a network of primary health centers and community health centers to provide basic healthcare services to rural and urban populations.
- Government Healthcare Programs: Schemes like Ayushman Bharat aim to provide financial protection to over 500 million people for secondary and tertiary healthcare services.
- Health Insurance: Various health insurance schemes are available to cover medical expenses and promote access to private healthcare facilities.
- Telemedicine: Increasing use of technology to provide medical consultations and services remotely, especially in rural areas with limited healthcare facilities.
- Regulation on Drug Prices: Government regulates drug prices to ensure essential medicines are affordable and accessible to all.
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