Health Care Issues at National And International Level

National Level Healthcare Issues:

1. Accessibility and Affordability:

o Problem: Many countries, especially developing ones, face unequal access to healthcare services. Rural and economically disadvantaged populations often struggle to access basic healthcare facilities, and the costs of treatment can be prohibitively expensive.

o Examples:
▪ In India, rural areas face a shortage of  facilities, forcing people to
travel long distances for even basic healthcare.
▪ In the United States, high insurance premiums and out-of-pocket expenses
make  unaffordable for many, despite the presence of advanced medical technology and institutions.

2. Healthcare Infrastructure:

o Problem: Inadequate infrastructure, including insufficient hospitals, medical equipment, and health centers, limits healthcare delivery. This is especially true in developing countries, where healthcare systems are often underfunded and outdated.