The National Programme for Health Care of the Elderly: A Review of Its Achievements and Challenges in India

Overview

Journal Ann Geriatr Med Res

Specialty Geriatrics

Date 2022 Aug 30

PMID 36039665

Authors

Lokesh Mukut Vaishnav

Shiv Hiren Joshi

Abhishek Upendra Joshi

Ashok Madhukar Mehendale

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Abstract

Aging care is critical. Projections for 2020 indicate that India's older population will comprise 6.57% of the overall population. The best-known newly developed technologies must be provided to the older population. Non-governmental organizations and private institutions are increasingly providing more door-to-door guidance and help. This study evaluated the impact of the National Programme for Health Care of the Elderly (NPHCE) in India and analyzed its achievements and challenges. The program's key strategies include providing preventive and promotional care and sickness management, empowering geriatric services, and guaranteeing optimal rehabilitation. The NPHCE is an excellent project for caring for a rapidly aging population. This study described the existing programs and schemes related to older people in India, with a focus on the NPHCE and an analysis of the program's achievements and challenges.

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