In October, 2008, The Lancet Series on Health-care reform in China was launched at The Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The Series described the challenges ahead and envisioned that solutions would be Chinese in origin and nature. At that time we pledged our long-term support to local researchers and health professionals, and extended an invitation for submissions that would contribute to improving health care in China. 18 months later we revisit health care in China with a conference that assesses early signals from the country's reforms and documents The Lancet's commitment to the region. This week's issue and online Comments, compiled in collaboration with the China Medical Board, provide a snapshot of achievements and challenges.
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