Background: Universal health coverage (UHC) is the desired goal of achieving universal access to health services without having to endure pain and financial difficulties. Multiple factors can help steer countries toward UHC. One of the most important factors is the production of valid quality evidence that can be achieved through research. The present study aimed at outlining...

Reinstatement of Coverage I previously waived State Health Benefits Program coverage because I had other health coverage. As of _____________________, I am no longer covered by the other health plan, request reinstatement of the State (date) Health Benefits Program coverage, and have provided proof of loss of the other coverage. I further understand that coverage is permitted as an employee, re...

862 www.thelancet.com Vol 380 September 8, 2012 Underpinning the trends examined in The Lancet’s Series on universal health coverage are several points that deserve deeper appreciation. Call them EPIC—a fi tting acronym, in view of the epic transition now underway as the world moves towards universal coverage. The E in EPIC is for economics. Good health is not only a consequence of economic dev...