Universal health coverage (UHC) means that everyone has access to the healthcare services they need, when they need them, without facing financial hardship. This week, there has been a focus on the importance of UHC and the need to make healthcare more affordable and accessible for all.
There are many benefits to UHC. It can improve health outcomes, reduce poverty and inequality, and boost economic growth. However, many people around the world still do not have access to quality healthcare. In fact, half of the world’s population does not have access to essential health services.
There are a number of things that can be done to make healthcare more affordable and accessible. These include investing in primary healthcare, expanding health insurance coverage, and reducing the cost of prescription drugs.
UHC is an essential part of achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. By 2030, we need to ensure that everyone has access to quality, affordable healthcare.