Survey was conducted by National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) from July 2022 to June 2023.
- Survey collects information on awareness of people about Ayush system of medicine and uses of Ayush for prevention or treatment of ailments.
Key findings
- Around 95% of rural population and 96% of urban population aged 15 years and above are aware of Ayush.
- Ayush is predominantly used for rejuvenation (preventive) purpose followed by therapeutic (curative) treatment.
- During 2022-23, use of Ayush and average expenditure incurred per person for prevention or treatment of ailments is more in urban areas than rural areas.
About AYUSH System
- It represents traditional system of healthcare, namely, Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa Rigpa and Homoeopathy.
- India is 2nd largest exporter of Ayurveda and alternative medicine globally.
- Benefits of AYUSH: Negligible side effects, Cost-effective treatment, Individualized personal care, complement modern medicine, etc.
Challenges before AYUSH
- Slower healing compared to allopathic treatment.
- Lack of qualitative graduation and post-graduation courses.
- Limited Research Centres of AYUSH in India.
- Raw material-related issues such as lower supplies, degrading quality, etc.
- Lot of infrastructure remains unutilized like hospital beds, health human resource, AYUSH hospitals and dispensaries, etc.
Initiatives taken to promote Ayush
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