While hospitals in the urban areas move forward with cutting edge technology, it is the ASHA workers, ANMs and local doctors who quietly safegaurd the health in the rural parts. They work with minimal supplies and provide care to people of all the ages - often walking a lot in the sun with unpaid overtime and very little public recognition.
Its time we give them more recognition for their work and provide them with proper wages and bare minimum facilities.
Do you have any experience being treated by local doctors or have worked with them?
Here is an article that puts more light on the work they do and a day in their life
Yes, I’ve seen how local doctors often earn deep trust in communities. While some lack formal training, many offer first-line care where access is limited. It’s a mix of empathy, experience, and local belief.
Absolutely, I totally agree.
During my time with NSS journey, I had the chance to see firsthand how ASHA workers, ANMs and local doctors work tirelessly with so little. I remember visiting remote areas where they’d walk miles in the sun just to provide care. They rarely get the recognition they deserve and it really opened my eyes to how crucial they are.
It’s time they get more support and fair wages for their dedication. I’d love to read that article.
Yes, local doctors and health workers are truly the backbone of rural healthcare. I’ve seen how dedicated they are. Often managing emergencies with very limited resources, there efforts should be appreciated.
Although I have not personally experienced being treated by a rural healthcare doctor, I have heard stories from residents at my current hospital about how tedious night shifts are in rural postings, ranging from major road traffic accidents to the delivery of babies and much more. Hats off to their effort!
The dedication of ASHA workers and local doctors in rural areas is truly remarkable and often goes unnoticed. They are the backbone of the healthcare system in many communities.
Asha workers, ANMs and local doctors need to be appreciated and respected. They deserve every ounce of respect for working in such poor conditions to safeguard public health.
The forgotten heroes of the Indian healthcare system are the frontline workers—ASHA workers, nurses, lab technicians, sanitation staff, and community health volunteers—who tirelessly serve in rural and urban areas with limited resources. Their dedication often goes unnoticed, yet they form the backbone of preventive care, maternal and child health, vaccination drives, and grassroots awareness. Recognizing their efforts is essential to strengthen the healthcare system and ensure equity in health delivery.
Frontline workers—ASHA workers, nurses, lab staff, sanitation teams, and volunteers—are the backbone of India’s healthcare, driving prevention, maternal care, and vaccination. Though often overlooked, recognizing their service is key to a stronger, fairer system.
The preservation of health stands to be argued as the most valuable asset every individual has. In times of illness, we turn to the dedicated efforts of healthcare practitioners, including physicians and nurses, who labor tirelessly to restore our well-being, and place our trust in their knowledgeable hands. As the gravity of health challenges escalate, the importance of seamless and efficient care intensifies.