People's Health in People's Hands: Dr. Abhay Bang and Dr. Rani Bang's Pioneering Approach to Rural Healthcare in India.

Dr. Abhay Bang and Dr. Rani Bang, a husband-and-wife team, have dedicated their lives to reforming healthcare in rural India. Their pioneering work in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, through the Society for Education, Action, and Research in Community Health (SEARCH), has led to revolutionary interventions such as the Home-Based Newborn Care (HBNC) model, significantly reducing infant mortality rates. Their emphasis on women's health and community empowerment has revolutionized conventional healthcare practices and influenced global health policies. This review article sheds light on the historical context and lasting impact of their contributions to community-based healthcare and public health research.