A doctor removes glass from a victim's hand who is injured of a bus fire, Jan 15, 2015

China's central authorities on Wednesday rolled out plans to support overhaul public hospitals.

The plans were adopted at the 11th meeting of the central leading group for deepening overall reform on Wednesday, during which President Xi Jinping, who is also head of the group, called on authorities to "show courage and guts" in reform. Deputy group heads Li Keqiang, Liu Yunshan and Zhang Gaoli were also present.

Urging deeper reform in public hospitals in cities, the group members agreed that public hospitals should be operated for the public good, instead of seeking profits, and the service should be accessible, equal and beneficial for the people.

They believe better healthcare administration is needed, particularly in the area of medical insurance and medical workers' salaries.