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What are the key challenges in the Indian healthcare system and how can they be addressed

Discuss the major challenges faced by the Indian healthcare system and suggest ways to overcome them
  • Inadequate infrastructure and facilities: The healthcare system in India faces an acute shortage of infrastructure, equipment, and manpower, which affects the quality and accessibility of healthcare services.
  • Unequal distribution of resources: The distribution of resources between urban and rural areas is highly uneven, with the majority of resources concentrated in urban areas.
  • Limited affordability: Healthcare services in India are often unaffordable, especially for those living below the poverty line, and there is a lack of sufficient insurance coverage.
  • Poor regulatory framework: The regulatory framework for the healthcare sector in India is weak, leading to issues such as substandard quality of drugs and medical devices.
  • Lack of skilled professionals: The healthcare industry is suffering from a shortage of skilled professionals, including doctors, nurses, and medical specialists.
To address these challenges, the Indian government can increase funding for the healthcare sector to improve infrastructure and facilities. The distribution of resources can be balanced by setting up healthcare facilities in rural areas and encouraging doctors and other healthcare professionals to work there. Insurance coverage can be expanded and made more affordable to ensure that everyone has access to healthcare services. The regulatory framework can be strengthened to ensure the quality of drugs and medical devices. Finally, the government can invest in education and training programs to increase the number of skilled professionals in the healthcare sector. These measures can help to improve the Indian healthcare system and ensure better healthcare outcomes for the population.
Answered 2 years ago
Amrita Aspirants