The economic reform of the 1980s brought many benefits but also meant that the health care sector was changed from the previous "universal coverage" to paid only service. This means that many of the poorer people was unable to afford health care. It is one of the biggest source of grief for the society. One component of affordable health care is the price of the medicine. … [Read more...] about China’s New Health-Care Push
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China's Bold Visions for Universal Healthcare
The Chinese government announced a couple of days ago guidelines for an ambitious reform of the healthcare system (see also wsj report and danwei report). The government announced, By 2020, the world's most populous country will have a basic health-care system that can provide "safe, effective, convenient and affordable" health services to urban and rural residents.... … [Read more...] about China's Bold Visions for Universal Healthcare