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Equity in Healthcare after the Islamic Revolution now 40 years Onward
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Masoud Peseshkian   |
| Cardiac surgeon, former Minister of Health ,Treatment and medical education |
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Abstract: (3122 Views) |
Background and Aim: The Islamic Revolution sought the implementation of justice, eradication of poverty, and provision of the healthcare needs of the community and this led to the establishment of the "National Health Network System". The goals of health equity and equitable access to basic and universal healthcare services, for all people, materialized relatively quickly. The main goal was to provide healthcare to all regardless of socio-economic status and locale, so that basic healthcare services may be rendered without difficulty.
Method: The relevant publications on healthcare equity and social determinants of health were identified through a literature review of major local and international databases assessed and documented.
Results: The important policies rendered in the line of healthcare equity included the
establishment of the primary national healthcare network, the integration of medical education into the healthcare delivery system, the generic drug project. and the health insurance system. Further strengthening and development of these projects ensured equitable, accessible and essential healthcare services for all, especially those in remote areas of the country.
Conclusion: Maintaining, promoting and restoring health, establishing equity in healthcare and minimizing avoidable differences in rendering healthcare are among the most important goals of the healthcare system of Iran. The achievements now four decades onward , were in line with the most fundamental goals of the healthcare system. Attaining ideal goals and seeking justice in all aspects of the healthcare system, is in line with future efforts to be pursued in this regard. |
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| Keywords: Health Equity, Primary Health care, Social Determinants of Health |
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Letter: Review Article |
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Received: 2019/10/13 | Accepted: 2019/10/13 | Published: 2019/10/13
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