Opportunity Exists To Push For UHC, Last Mile Health CEO Says In Devex Interview

Devex: Is the momentum right for universal health coverage?
“Universal health coverage has garnered increased attention since Ebola ravaged West Africa in 2014, but has it been enough to create real momentum? Raj Panjabi, CEO at Last Mile Health, told Devex [in a video interview] that in the course of his work he has noted communities that are ‘days away from the nearest health facility.’ … Panjabi told Devex the opportunity to push forward and capitalize on recent traction has never been better…” (Jimeno, 10/28).

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