For Maya, a young mother from the remote village of Sundarpur, accessing healthcare for her ailing son was a nightmare due to the lack of services in her village. The Ayushman Arogya Mandir (AAM) has been a blessing for her and many others struggling to access and afford healthcare. These wellness centers have played a pivotal role as people can afford vaccines, medicines, and regular checkups without putting a hole in their pockets. These centers have been the reason for the 15% reduction in infant mortality at the rural levels and have benefitted many societies. The government’s initiatives and schemes such as PM Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission, Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana, Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, National Health Mission, and Ayushman Bhav Campaign have contributed to the transformative impact of rural healthcare. Read more to understand the benefits of these schemes on the link below:
The Rural Healthcare Transformation – A Way Forward
