A research team led by Prof. Lieyun Ding and Prof. Wei Wang published a research paper "Universal health coverage in China: a serial national cross-sectional study of surveys from 2003 to 2018" in Lancet Public Health. This paper delves into the current state of universal health coverage (UHC) in China, shedding light on novel mechanisms that link macroeconomic factors and healthcare resources to UHC services. Moreover, it explores strategies for enhancing resource allocation to bolster healthcare capacity. The study yields specific insights, including: (1) While China has made substantial progress in UHC, the improvement in disease prevention services lags behind treatment services; (2) The existing healthcare infrastructure in China grapples with the challenges posed by rapid urbanization; (3) It is imperative to examine ways to enhance resource allocation in response to China's aging population.
This study serves as a cornerstone for the formulation of public health policies aligned with the national initiative of fostering a "Healthy China". Prioritizing resource optimization, bolstering primary healthcare services, and channeling medical and health resources at community level are pivotal steps for China to attain its UHC goals.
Universal health coverage in China: a serial national cross-sectional study of surveys from 2003 to 2018
Zhou Y., Li C., Wang H., et.al. Universal health coverage in China: a serial national cross-sectional study of surveys from 2003 to 2018. Lancet public health, 2022,7(12):e1051-e1063. DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1016/S2468-2667(22)00251-1
