Guidelines to make medical institutions more barrier-free

China Daily

10^th September 2025

Guidelines to make medical institutions more barrier-free

The National Health Commission has issued a guideline to advance the construction of more inclusive and barrier-free medical institutions, aiming to improve accessibility and healthcare services for people with disabilities.

The guideline encourages general hospitals, specialized hospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes and primary-level institutions to foster a disability-friendly service concept, enhance barrier-free environments, optimize procedures and provide convenient measures to improve patient experience.

Medical institutions are required to integrate care and respect for people with disabilities into their culture, safeguard their rights and dignity, and regulate staff behavior and language.

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