This assignment is designed to test your ability to think analytically and critically about the influences on health policies and outcomes, within and across national borders, with a focus on low- and middle-income countries. Crucially, when writing about a particular country or region, you should Include in your analysis influences and challenges outside the borders of the country or region you have selected. It is expected that you will demonstrate knowledge of the essential readings (*) identified in the module outline and, normally, at least 10 additional sources from the scientific literature (more is almost always better).
ESSAY QUESTION:
For a particular country or region* outside the high-income world,** what are the major challenges that confront the transition to universal health coverage (UHC, Session 8- SEE ATTACHED DOCUMENT); how has the Covid-19 pandemic affected these; and what policies and actions on the part of key global health actors might help in overcoming these challenges?
