Universal Health Coverage: The decisive election agenda
Summary
Universal Health Coverage is a decisive issue in elections worldwide, including Nepal, where guaranteeing free basic health services and increasing health financing could be a winning political agenda in 2024.
Key Points
- Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is a top voter priority globally, providing access to quality healthcare and financial protection from illness.
- Countries with robust UHC systems enjoy better health outcomes, economic growth, reduced inequality, and increased public trust.
- Historical and contemporary examples show UHC reforms are politically popular and can influence electoral success in countries including Nepal.
- Nepal's 2024 elections present an opportunity to expand free basic health services, increase health budget allocation, and enhance social health insurance to ensure universal care.
