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THIS country has signalled its intention to move toward a regulated integration of traditional medicine into its public health system. Minister in the Ministry of Health Dr Rishad Seecheran described the approach as a strategic step towards more inclusive and people-centred healthcare.

Speaking at the second World Health Organization (WHO) Global Summit on Traditional Medicine in New Delhi, India, Dr Seecheran told delegates that health systems worldwide are being challenged to become more resilient, culturally responsive and equitable. He said traditional medicine has a role to play in achieving these goals.

Seecheran said the integration of traditional medicine was no longer a marginal issue but an important component of advancing universal health coverage.