Dhaka, Oct. 29 -- Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is crucial to achieving health equity and safeguarding citizens' rights in Bangladesh, health experts said at a webinar titled "Universal Health Protection in Bangladesh: Prospects and Actions," organised by the ARK Foundation on Tuesday.
Speakers noted that despite progress in rural healthcare, Bangladesh continues to face mounting challenges due to rapid urbanisation, the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and the increasing number of urban poor.
They also pointed out that Bangladesh ranks low on the global UHC service coverage index, underscoring the urgent need for comprehensive reforms and greater investment in primary healthcare.
Dr Md Enamul Haque, Director General...