This chapter explores the role of village clinics in rural healthcare, emphasizing their significance as primary access points for residents. It highlights the decline in patient visits, challenges faced by local healthcare providers, and the need for enhanced training for village doctors to better meet the evolving needs of their communities.
Rural clinics are a lifeline for millions of villagers in China, but the number of clinics is steadily falling. What's driving this decline, and how do we secure quality medical care for those who need it most? On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushan