Question

Which of the following indicates the best system of public health in India ?

1. National Health Mission
2. Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
3. Primary Health Centers, Community Health Centers and Government Hospitals

• A. 2, 3
• B. 2 only
• C. 3 only
• D. All of these

Answer 1

Answer:

D. All of these

Public health

• Public health refers to the science and practice of protecting and improving the health and well-being of communities and populations, rather than focusing solely on individual health.
• It involves the organized efforts of society to prevent disease, promote health, and prolong life among a large group of people through various interventions, policies, and strategies.

National Health Mission (NHM):

• NHM is a significant initiative in India aimed at improving healthcare delivery and access to services.
• It includes various programs and schemes to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and services. 
• The NHM was launched by the government of India in 2005 subsuming the National Rural Health Mission and National Urban Health Mission. 
• NHM envisages achievement of universal access to equitable, affordable and quality health care services that are accountable and responsive to the needs of the people.

 Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW)

• The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is an Indian government ministry charged with health policy in India.
• It  plays a pivotal role in policymaking, coordination, and implementation of health-related programs at the national level. 
• It is also responsible for all government programs relating to family planning in India.
• The ministry is composed of two departments: Department of Health and Family Welfare and the Department of Health Research.

Primary Health Centers, Community Health Centers, and Government Hospitals:

• These form the backbone of the public healthcare delivery system in India.
• Primary Health Centers (PHCs) and Community Health Centers (CHCs) provide essential healthcare services at the grassroots level.
• Government hospitals cater to more specialized care. 
• This infrastructure, along with healthcare personnel, is vital for the functioning of the public health system.