Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
3974003 | Seminars in Fetal and Neonatal Medicine | 2015 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
SummaryThe National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) has been a watershed in the history of India's health sector. As a previously unattempted investment, governance, and mobilization effort, the NRHM succeeded in injecting new energy into India's public health system. A huge expansion of infrastructure and human resources is the hallmark of the NRHM action. Demand-side initiatives led to enhanced utilization of public health facilities, especially for facility births. The impact is visible. The Mission has brought Millennium Development Goals 4 and 5 within India's grasp. Acceleration in infant and neonatal mortality reduction is especially notable. The NRHM has created conditions for the country to move toward universal health coverage.
Related Topics
Health Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry
Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women's Health
Authors
Shyama Nagarajan, Vinod K. Paul, Namrata Yadav, Shuchita Gupta,