A.3. Government Initiatives
In recent years, the government of India has implemented many initiatives to develop the health sector in the country. Here are some key points on these initiatives:
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National Health Policy |
In 2017, the government of India released the National Health Policy (NHP), which outlines the country’s vision for the health sector. The NHP aims to ensure universal access to quality healthcare, with a particular focus on addressing the needs of disadvantaged and vulnerable populations. The NHP also emphasizes the importance of preventative healthcare and the need to strengthen the healthcare system. |
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Ayushman Bharat |
Ayushman Bharat is a flagship healthcare program of the Government of India, launched in 2018. The program aims to provide universal health coverage to the population, with a focus on the poor and vulnerable. Under the program, eligible individuals can access a range of healthcare services, including inpatient and outpatient care, free of charge. The program also includes initiatives to improve the availability of healthcare professionals and to strengthen the healthcare system. |
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National Health Mission |
The National Health Mission (NHM) is a program launched by the Government of India in 2013 to improve the availability and accessibility of quality healthcare in the country. The NHM includes a range of initiatives, including the upgrading of health facilities, the training of healthcare professionals, and the expansion of vaccination programs. |
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Jan Aushadhi Scheme |
The Jan Aushadhi Scheme is a program launched by the Government of India in 2015 to provide affordable medicine to the population. Under the scheme, generic drugs are made available at a discounted price through a network of Jan Aushadhi stores. The scheme aims to make essential medicines more affordable and accessible to the population. |
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National Mental Health Programme |
The National Mental Health Programme (NMHP) is a program launched by the Government of India in 1982 to address the burden of mental health disorders in the country. The NMHP includes initiatives to improve the availability of mental health services, to increase awareness about mental health, and to provide training for healthcare professionals. |
The government of India has implemented a range of initiatives to develop the health sector in the country. These initiatives aim to improve the availability and accessibility of quality healthcare, with a focus on disadvantaged and vulnerable populations.