Primary Health Care (PHC)

Primary Health Care (PHC) is a comprehensive approach to health that focuses on providing essential medical services, disease prevention, health education, and support for healthy living. It involves accessible, affordable care offered by trained health professionals, typically at local clinics or community centers. PHC aims to address not just individual health issues but also social, economic, and environmental factors that influence health. By promoting early intervention and ongoing care, PHC helps improve the overall health of communities and reduces the need for more complex, costly treatments later on.