ADOLESCENT HEALTH AND HEALTHCARE DELIVERY IN INDIA : A REVIEW
Journal Title: Stanley Medical Journal - Year 2015, Vol 2, Issue 4
Abstract
Adolescence is a transition phase from childhood to adulthood characterised by rapid physical growth, social and psychological maturity and onset of reproduction cycle. Adolescents face widely pervasive health issues such as teenage pregnancy, unsafe abortion, sexually transmitted diseases, malnutrition, psychiatric morbidity and substance abuse. Mortality and morbidity occurring during adolescence are mostly preventable if appropriate intervention strategies are undertaken. Investing in adolescent health accords top priority as they will play a vital role in India’s future socio-economic development. The Government of India is also sensitive of the fact and has formulated various policies and programmes. A review of adolescent health status and healthcare delivery system will help in understanding and strengthening the activities.
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Arun Vijay Paul . R
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