1IFS, Adviser, MPSPC, Bhopal, MP
2Specialist S.D., PMPSUS-MP SPC, Bhopal, MP
Online published on 19 November, 2012.
This paper aims to review health outcomes in Madhya Pradesh, paying particular attention to the influence of inequity on community. The paper identifies some core issues to improve accessibility, coverage and service quality in Madhya Pradesh. We draw on the available evidence in published literature, vital statistics and reports published by state, national and international organizations.
The paper is organized as follows. First, we give a brief background of the health sector in MP. Second, we outline the situation of inequity and growing health challenges. Finally, we conclude with suggestions to improve overall health scenario of the state.
Madhya Pradesh State Planning Commission, National Rural Health Mission, Integrated Child Development Schemes, Revised National Tuberculosis Programme, Revised Vector born disease Control Programme