Understanding Universal Health Coverage: what is it, and how to get there?

Understanding Universal Health Coverage: what is it, and how to get there?

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21649/akemu.v25i4.3135

Keywords:

Universal Health Coverage, World Health Report, Health System

Abstract

Everyone, be the professional and politician or those involved, in any way, in health matters, is interested in universal health coverage (UHC). But, what is it, and how to get there? It is elaborated here.  Firstly, its definition is brought from literature. Then, to understand concept, dimensions of UHC are presented using metaphors. Finally, way forward, as measures to achieve UHC are identified.

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Published

01/04/2020

How to Cite

Understanding Universal Health Coverage: what is it, and how to get there?. (2020). Annals of King Edward Medical University, 25(4). https://doi.org/10.21649/akemu.v25i4.3135

Issue

Vol. 25 No. 4 (2019): AKEMU

Section

Guest Editorials

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