Equity in Healthcare after the Islamic Revolution now 40 years Onward

The Islamic Revolution sought the implementation of justice, eradication of  poverty, and provision of the healthcare needs of the community and this led to the establishment of the "National Health Network System". The goals of  health equity and equitable access to basic and universal healthcare services, for all people, materialized relatively quickly. The main goal was to provide healthcare to all regardless of  socio-economic status and locale, so that basic healthcare services may be rendered without difficulty.

The relevant publications on  healthcare equity and social determinants of health were identified through a literature review of major local and international databases assessed and documented.

The important policies rendered  in the line of healthcare equity included the establishment of the  primary national healthcare network, the integration of medical education into the healthcare delivery system, the generic drug project. and  the health insurance system. Further strengthening and development of these projects ensured equitable, accessible and essential healthcare services for all, especially those in remote areas of the country.

Maintaining, promoting and restoring health, establishing equity in healthcare and minimizing avoidable differences in rendering healthcare are among the most important goals of the healthcare system of Iran. The achievements now four decades  onward , were in line with the most fundamental goals of the healthcare system. Attaining ideal goals and seeking justice in all aspects of the healthcare system, is in line with  future efforts to be pursued in this regard.