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This paper attempts to explore the reasons for these disparities, examines current approaches to mitigate them, and proposes the measures to enhance equity and equality in global health. The gaps in healthcare infrastructure, access to resources, policy priorities, and socioeconomic factors are critical in explaining the stark differences in health outcomes between these countries. 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