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Greetings, everyone. I trust you are all in good health and high spirits. It's commonly said that health is wealth, and in our fast-paced lives, we often tend to neglect the most crucial aspects of well-being: dedicating time to exercise, practicing yoga, connecting with nature, and embracing meditation, which nourishes our inner selves.
At some point in our lives, we may find ourselves in need of medical care, navigating the healthcare system in our country. Sometimes, a local clinic suffices, but on other occasions, more advanced medical technologies and greater attention are required to regain our health. I'd like to share some personal experiences I've had within our healthcare system.
In the past, the medical profession was considered one of the noblest callings, with doctors being held in the highest regard, akin to earthly saviors, given their ability to save lives. These dedicated individuals were not primarily motivated by financial gain but saw their work as a duty to help those in need. However, in today's world, the landscape has changed. The profession often appears driven by financial interests, and healthcare services in private hospitals have become prohibitively expensive. Tragically, there are instances where individuals struggle due to financial constraints, and some even lose their lives because they cannot afford the exorbitant bills.
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, countries with robust healthcare systems effectively managed the crisis. India, being at the forefront as one of the most heavily populated nations, faced an immense burden on its healthcare infrastructure. The demand for medical services surged, leading to overcrowding in many government hospitals. It became evident that the country required an increased supply of qualified doctors and additional well-equipped hospitals to meet the escalating healthcare needs.
Four years ago, when I was employed in the western part of the country, my parents paid us a visit. During their stay, my father was grappling with knee pain, which prompted us to seek the expertise of one of the top doctors in town. While the consultation fee for this doctor was 8 to 10 times higher than the usual physician, I was fortunate that my company's health policy covered all medical expenses for me and my dependents. Since my father and others relied on me, they were also included in the policy. My father undergone a knee replacement surgery and it was successful. My mother and I spent more than four days at the hospital, and I was genuinely impressed by the quality of their services. After the month time physiotherapy and exercise their knee problem was gone and he was able to live a normal life, he was bale to walk properly and even standing for some time time was also not cause nay problem.
I understood that excellent services often come with a higher price tag, but my peace of mind stemmed from knowing that our health policy would cover all the expenses. If I had to foot the bill from my own pocket, it would have been a substantial financial burden.
The message I want to convey is that the level of service you receive in a hospital often depends on your financial means. In our country, there are indeed outstanding hospitals with world-class services, but they cater primarily to the affluent. For the average person, government hospitals with lower bills are the more accessible choice, even though the level of service may vary accordingly.
Allow me to recount another incident that transpired just last year. My uncle had a history of heart problems, having experienced a minor heart attack in the past. Last year, he sought medical attention at a nearby government hospital when he began experiencing breathing difficulties and chest pain. The doctor at the government hospital examined him, prescribed some medication, and advised him to rest.
However, even after two days, there was no significant improvement in his condition. Worried, my cousin contacted my mother for guidance. My mother immediately urged them to take him to a hospital near us. While this hospital was also government-run, they provided excellent care in the emergency ward. After a thorough examination and a series of tests, including an ECG, it was revealed that he had suffered a second heart attack two days prior. We were taken aback, as the earlier doctor had not detected this critical issue. It was a stroke of luck that he survived without the necessary care and attention following a heart attack.
Healthcare is not just infrastructure it also personnel. In the second case we do not why the first doctor does not able to understand the situation. May be because of the work pressure they gone through because of the the overcrowded patients or because of an unexperienced doctor?
With those words I am ending my todays post.
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