Universal health Coverage Day: All you need to know...
The Covid pandemic, with its unpredictable nature and fatal outcomes, brought to light important healthcare lessons and the need for the system to become more flexible and robust going forward. We were unprepared for the quick spread of the virus, which overloaded hospitals and stressed supply chains. In light of the recent respiratory infections that china and the US are experiencing, it is imperative that the healthcare system adapt and become more resilient in order to combat future pandemics and illnesses.
The WHO defines universal health coverage (UHC) as the ability of all people to obtain the complete range of high-quality health services they require, whenever and wherever they require them, without facing financial hardships. It covers all necessary medical services, such as palliative care, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation. Having a strong primary health care system is crucial for nations (PHC).
When is the celebration of Universal health Coverage (UHC) Day?
Every year on december 12, Universal health Coverage (UHC) Day is commemorated to highlight the need for a healthcare system that offers financial protection, high-quality healthcare, and equity to all those in need, close to their place of residence.
Universe health Coverage (UHC) Day's theme
Health for All: Time for Action is this year's Universal health Coverage Day 2023 theme. Basically, this is a call to action for certain measures that emphasize the resilience of health systems. WHO urges nations to make investments in bolstering health systems' resilience on this day in order to provide healthcare to everyone in a volatile environment.
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