“COVID-19 has disproportionately affected vulnerable populations, including those who are economically disadvantaged …”
This statement was one of the key messages of the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) World Health Statistics 2022 report.
Unequal access to healthcare has been a serious concern for many years; however, the COVID-19 pandemic turned a harsh spotlight on these inequalities.
Africa ranks poorly for many healthcare indicators, reflecting major access challenges that are especially pronounced in rural and remote areas.
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