Core Insights - The article highlights the achievements of China's health and wellness initiatives during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, with a focus on improving healthcare access, quality, and public health systems, aiming for a per capita life expectancy of 79 years by 2024 [5][6][10]. Healthcare System Development - By the end of 2024, China aims to have 1.09 million healthcare institutions and 15.78 million healthcare personnel, with a gradual reduction in healthcare resource disparities per thousand population [6][10]. - The proportion of medical services provided at the grassroots level is on the rise, indicating improved accessibility [6]. Medical Service Quality Improvement - The government has set a goal for major illnesses to be treated within provinces, general illnesses in cities and counties, and routine health issues at the grassroots level [10]. - As of now, 87% of secondary and higher public hospitals offer appointment services, and over 5,500 hospitals have established "one-stop" service centers [10]. - The number of internet hospitals has reached 3,756, with an expected 130 million consultations by 2024 [10]. Public Health and Disease Control - A modernized disease control system has been established, enhancing the monitoring and early warning capabilities for infectious diseases across 84,000 medical institutions [12]. - The emergency response capacity has improved, with 29 provinces having established biosafety level 3 laboratories and over 90% of city-level disease control centers capable of nucleic acid testing [12]. Focus on Vulnerable Populations - The government has implemented policies to support the health of the elderly and children, including the establishment of national centers for geriatric medicine and clinical research [14][16]. - By 2024, over 90% of secondary public hospitals will have "green channels" for elderly patients, providing approximately 140 million health management services annually for those aged 65 and above [16]. Child Health and Support Policies - The number of childcare positions is projected to reach 5.737 million by 2024, a 126% increase from the end of the "13th Five-Year Plan" [17]. - A subsidy system for childcare has been implemented, with over 24 million applications submitted, covering about 80% of the target population [17]. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Development - By 2024, the total number of TCM consultations is expected to increase by 60% compared to the end of the "13th Five-Year Plan" [18]. - The TCM service system has been enhanced, with 96% of county-level TCM institutions established and around 90% of secondary public hospitals offering TCM services [18].
高质量完成“十四五”规划|人均预期寿命79岁——“十四五”我国卫生健康工作交出亮眼答卷
Xin Hua She·2025-09-12 00:47