India highlights social determinants of health at UN General Assembly

India has reaffirmed its commitment to improving social determinants of health at the United Nations General Assembly. Union Minister Anupriya Patel emphasized the importance of factors like housing, sanitation, and income security during the G20 Joint Finance-Health Task Force meeting. Patel highlighted India's progress through flagship programs such as Ayushman Bharat and the Swachh Bharat Mission. These initiatives aim to enhance health access and outcomes, particularly for non-communicable diseases. The Indian delegation also called for standardized data collection to support effective health policies. They explored the potential of debt-for-health swaps to ease financial burdens while promoting health equity.