Abstract

ROLE OF AYURVEDA IN PUBLIC HEALTH: A REVIEW ARTICLE

Dr. Dhanraj Nagar*, Dr. Ramavtar Sharma and Jayant Nagar

Abstract

Ayurveda is an ancient medical science of the human civilization. It is holistic health science which deals with each individual as well as at community level in entirety. The social impact of ill health is on the rise, with some diseases affecting not only the health of individuals but also that of a nation‟s economy with their increasing healthcare costs. Ayurveda system has its own advantages that it is also fulfill the social health demands. Swastavritta or the promotion of health is one of the strongest and most unique aspects of Ayurvedic medicine. Ayurveda emphasises on the rules of conduct and its effects on social and behavioural aspects of life. It deals with preventive, curative aspects. Classical texts of Ayurveda describe many principles such as infectious disease, immunity, nutrition etc. The present document focuses on the suitability of Ayurveda practicener‟s for community health practice. Serious efforts are needed by GOVT. OF INDIA, AYUSH and MCI to follow positive approach for implements of Ayurvedic specialties for individual as well as social health which will be based upon needs assessment.

Keywords: Public Health.