Access to healthcare

Our Approach

We are committed to supporting society through some of its toughest healthcare challenges. We work in collaboration with governments, academia, international and local organisations, and other stakeholders and we always put patients first. Our response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a focus on low- and middle-income countries, was one example of our equitable access strategy in action.

We provide healthcare solutions across the patient care pathway - from prevention, raising awareness, diagnosis and treatment, to post-treatment support.

This program, in collaboration with the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health and Plan International, focuses on improving health outcomes for vulnerable youth. Targeting those aged 10-24 from underprivileged communities, it focuses on preventing prevalent non-communicable diseases like cancer, diabetes, heart and respiratory diseases, and mental health issues.

For over a decade, the program has operated in communities in Delhi and Karnataka. With peer educators as community influencers, it raises awareness about the harmful effects of behaviours like tobacco and alcohol use, smoking, and unhealthy lifestyles.

Through these impactful initiatives, we've gained backing from local governments in Karnataka and Delhi, including key entities like MoHFW, NCD Cell, and the National Health Mission. This support extends beyond program implementation to strategically enhance our grassroots connections by involving community government health offices for effective community engagement.

Through our program, we've provided valuable knowledge to more than 500,000 people, empowering them for a healthier tomorrow.

At AstraZeneca, we're dedicated to raising awareness on accessing equitable healthcare for girls and women, globally. As a science-led company, we are passionate about inspiring and advancing the next generation of women and girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). Recognizing gender's impact on health access, we strive to improve health equity.

International Day of the Girl Child, observed for over a decade on October 11th, celebrates girls' strengths, amplifies their voices, and unleashes their power as global citizens.

Partnering with Plan International, we support #GirlsBelongHere - an annual campaign empowering girls to take leadership roles and break barriers of discrimination and prejudices that continue to hold girls back.

We strongly advocate for early detection and precise treatment to prevent the adverse effects of NCDs. Our flagship initiative, the Ganga Godavari Screening Program, prioritises cancer detection in underserved communities, particularly women aged 30-60. Since the launch of this program in 2019, it has expanded to multiple regions and established collaborations with the Indian Cancer Society (ICS) and CAPED India to amplify its impact.

This program focuses on facilitating early cancer screening and awareness for women, especially in underserved areas where healthcare facilities are limited. It features specialised screening camps for oral, breast, and cervical cancer, alongside community health education activities. With robust follow-up processes, we ensure timely referrals for treatment at cancer hospitals.

So far, it has positively impacted over 8,500 patients in Tikri, Mathura, Nashik, and Patna.