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Egypt's Universal Health Insurance System expands with second phase preparations
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Egypt's Cabinet media center has released infographics detailing the progress of the Universal Health Insurance System, which aims to provide comprehensive healthcare coverage for all citizens without discrimination, with the state covering costs for those unable to pay. This initiative aligns with Egypt's national vision for health justice and improved service quality across all social groups. The plan involves upgrading healthcare infrastructure and enhancing medical facility efficiency to meet international standards. Preparations are underway for the system's second phase, with LE 3.3 billion allocated for Minya Governorate, where trial operations are set to begin in April 2026. This phase will cover five governorates: Minya, Matrouh, Damietta, Kafr El Sheikh, and North Sinai, with Alexandria's inclusion under consideration. The second phase has an investment cost exceeding LE 115 billion, targeting over 12 million citizens, with Minya residents comprising approximately 60% of beneficiaries. It will include 70 hospitals: 26 in Minya, 18 in Kafr El Sheikh, 9 in Matrouh, 9 in Damietta, and 8 in North Sinai. The system's first phase, launched in July 2019, covered six governorates鈥擯ort Said, Ismailia, Luxor, South Sinai, Suez, and Aswan鈥攔egistering over 6 million citizens, with around 5.2 million utilizing its services at a cost exceeding LE 53 billion. To date, more than 105 million medical and treatment services have been delivered through 328 healthcare facilities, includ
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