Human Resources for Health in India: Challenges and Way Forward


 
Language:

English

Authors:

Behera MR, Na-nongkhai S

Series/Journal Title:

International Journal of Health Sciences and Research (IJHSR)

Volume:

4

Issue:

11

Pages:

9

Description:

India faces enormous challenge in human resources for health care delivery system. Geographical misdistribution and urban-rural health worker deficit impedes the progress towards achieving Millennium Development Goals. Many rural Indians receive health care from unqualified providers. Rational distribution and retention of qualified providers in rural and remote areas is a daunting task for the government. Little attention is paid in public medical institutions for the real health needs of the community. [from abstract]

Subject

Geographic Focus

Resource Type