Dominican Republic commits to achieving Universal Health Coverage by 2030

New York.- The Dominican Republic is actively working toward achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by 2030 through initiatives such as the “Policy of Universal Access to Health and Social Security,” part of the government’s central strategy for 2025-2028. During the “Ministerial Meeting of the Group of Friends of UHC and Global Health” at the UN, Minister of Health Victor Atallah emphasized that the country is focusing on ensuring the right to health for all, supported by adequate financial resources and efficient hospital management.

Atallah highlighted two key initiatives: the HEARTS strategy, aimed at preventing and controlling cardiovascular diseases by strengthening primary care, and a national strategy based on the One Health approach, addressing the interconnection between human, animal, and environmental health. He also mentioned efforts to combat antimicrobial resistance, zoonotic diseases, and plans to launch a “School Health” program in 2025, benefiting 2.2 million children and adolescents.

Despite progress, Atallah acknowledged challenges ahead but reaffirmed the Dominican Republic’s commitment to building inclusive and resilient health systems. The event, part of the 79th UN General Assembly, brought together health ministers and global leaders to discuss strengthening future health systems, and Atallah’s participation contributed to highlighting the country’s public health advances.