Universal healthcare

Definition

Universal healthcare is a system where all residents of a particular country or region have access to essential healthcare services without suffering financial hardship. It aims to provide equitable health services based on need rather than the ability to pay.

Related terms

Health Equity:

The assurance of fair and impartial access to healthcare services across different populations, addressing disparities in health outcomes.

Single: payer System - A healthcare system where a single public or quasi-public agency organizes healthcare financing, but the delivery of care remains largely in private hands.

Preventive Care:

Medical services that are aimed at preventing diseases or detecting them early enough to treat them more effectively, which is a key component under universal healthcare systems to reduce overall costs