Relationship between Health Infrastructure and Life Expectancy in Nepal

Purpose: The purpose of this article was to analyze relationship between health infrastructure and life expectancy in Nepal. Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries. Findings: In Nepal, higher health expenditure is linked to increased life expectancy, but geographic disparities remain, with rural areas facing lower life expectancy due to limited healthcare access. Improving infrastructure and addressing regional inequities are key to enhancing health outcomes. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Health belief model (HBM), social determinants of health theory & human capital theory may be used to anchor future studies on the relationship between health infrastructure and life expectancy in Nepal. In practice, the study recommends a multi-pronged approach to improving life expectancy in Nepal through targeted investments in healthcare infrastructure. From a policy perspective, the Nepalese government should prioritize equitable distribution of healthcare infrastructure to address disparities between urban and rural areas.