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Role of the Government in Health — Social Studies STD 7 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 7Social StudiesRole of the Government in Health3 Marks
Question
'Medical expenses cause hardship for all'. Explain the statement.
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Answer

Private healthcare is more widespread than public healthcare:
  • Private healthcare run for profit. They prescribe costly tests medicines etc.
  • Doctors prescribe unnecessary injections, saline bottles instead of cheaper methods like tablets.
  • Even those who might not be poor are unable to afford the treatment.
  • About 40% of all admitted patients have to borrow money to pay for medical expenses.

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