What are the health challenges faced by India's rural population

Explain the health issues faced by rural India and the measures taken to ensure healthcare services in those areas.
The health challenges faced by India's rural population are numerous and complex. Some of the health issues faced by rural India include lack of access to clean drinking water, poor sanitation, inadequate healthcare facilities, malnutrition, and prevalence of infectious diseases. To address these challenges, the government has launched several initiatives such as the National Rural Health Mission that aims to provide affordable and quality healthcare to rural areas. Additionally, measures such as providing access to clean drinking water, improving sanitation facilities, and promoting healthy eating habits have been implemented to improve the health of rural residents.
  • Lack of access to clean drinking water
  • Poor sanitation
  • Inadequate healthcare facilities
  • Malnutrition
  • Prevalence of infectious diseases
  • Initiatives such as the National Rural Health Mission
  • Providing access to clean drinking water
  • Improving sanitation facilities
  • Promoting healthy eating habits
These measures are essential to improve the health outcomes of rural India, which contributes significantly to the overall health of the country.
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