| Syllabus: GS-I, Subject: Society and social justice, Topic: Social Sector- Health, Issue: Private sector role in TB Care |
Private sector role in Tuberculosis (TB) Care:
- The private health sector delivers over 80% of initial primary care in India, highlighting its crucial role in healthcare delivery.
- The Public Private Interface Agency and Patient Provider Support Agency serve as intermediaries between the national TB program and private healthcare providers.
- Engaging informal healthcare providers and pharmacists enhance TB screening, referral, and treatment adherence.
The way ahead:
- Provide incentives, administrative support to informal health service providers.
- Establish compliance mechanisms to regulate over-the-counter drug sales and patient notification.
| +1 advantage for mains(Datapoint)
In 2023, India notified a record 25.5 lakh TB patients. More than 8.4 lakh patients were notified by the private healthcare sector. This is a 21-fold increase from 2013. |
