Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
This concept is central to India's health strategy, especially given the rising NCD burden and high out-of-pocket expenditure. It highlights the shift from a purely curative model to a more holistic, preventive approach, and how various socio-economic factors (like women's empowerment) can influence its success. Relevant for GS2 (Health, Welfare Schemes) and GS3 (Inclusive Growth).
Preventive healthcare focuses on measures taken to prevent diseases rather than curing them, encompassing aspects like nutrition, sanitation, healthy lifestyles, and early detection. Public health policy aims to improve population health through organized efforts, often prioritizing prevention to reduce disease burden and healthcare costs.