Dhaka, Dec. 31 -- Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day was observed recently across the world, urging nations to hasten their progress toward achieving UHC.

It stresses the need for healthcare system that provides good healthcare facilities to everyone.

This global initiative emphasizes the belief that access to affordable and high-quality healthcare is a fundamental human right.

UHC is a comprehensive system designed to deliver quality medical care to every citizen irrespective of their financial means.

In 2017, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) proclaimed 12 December as International Universal Health Coverage Day (UHC Day) by resolution, making it an official UN-designated day.

On the occasion, UHC advocates raised their vo...