Government Launches New Initiatives To Enhance Healthcare & Ease of Doing Business in India
Union Ministers of State for Health and Family Welfare have unveiled three significant initiatives aimed at improving healthcare services and promoting ease of doing business in India. These initiatives include a virtual National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) assessment for Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAM); a dashboard which will help national, state and district health institutions and facilities in quickly monitoring compliance with respect to Indian Public Health Standards (IPHS) and taking actions accordingly; and a spot food licence and registration initiative for food vendors.
India Mandates Polio Vaccination for Travelers Entering The Country
Travelers must obtain a valid OPV (Oral Polio Vaccine) or IPV (Inactivated Polio Vaccine) certificate issued by a designated health officer in their home country. The advisory is effective for travel since May 1, 2024. However, due to limited OPV availability in some listed countries, it is revised to now accept IPV vaccination.
India Combats Antibiotic Resistance with National Action Plan
The use of antimicrobials has grown manifold in the recent years. Easy access of antimicrobials and the haste to start them in any suspected infective aetiology is primarily responsible of their misuse, and in turn lead to increased anti-microbial resistance (AMR). Identification of the clinical problem and making a differential diagnosis at the bed side will help in deciding of whether to start or not to start any antimicrobial.
India Showcases Digital Health Leadership At World Health Assembly
India’s Union Health Secretary outlined the country’s achievements in digital health. He emphasized the role of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in ensuring accessible and equitable healthcare, contributing to Universal Health Coverage and achieving Sustainable Development Goals.
Initiatives Launched To Protect Children From Tobacco
India’s Department of School Education & Literacy (DoSEL) has launched the Implementation Manual of Tobacco Free Educational Institutions (ToFEI) on the occasion of World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) 2024. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare also held events to observe WNTD 2024, focusing on the theme “Protecting Children from Tobacco Industry Interference.”
“Prioritizing Hygiene: Essential Preparations as Schools Reopen in Kollam”
As schools in Kollam gear up to welcome students back into their classrooms, the health department emphasizes the critical importance of cleanliness. Preparatory measures must include thorough cleaning and mosquito control activities.
Protect Yourself from Hepatitis Outbreak in Wayanad
In response to reported cases of hepatitis across various locales in Wayanad, the District Medical Officer underscores the importance of staying vigilant against this viral disease.
Timely Detection and Prevention Key to Combating Thalassemia
The Health Secretary advocated for including mandatory Thalassemia testing within the National Health Mission’s (NHM) existing reproductive and child health (RCH) programs. This approach, already adopted by some states, has the potential to significantly reduce disease prevalence.
Delhi Gears Up to Fight Mosquito-Borne Diseases
With the arrival of mosquito season, the Delhi Municipal Corporation has urged all institutions to take action against mosquito breeding grounds. Delhi Municipal Corporation (MCD) will take legal action against institutions that create mosquito breeding grounds.
White Paper on Comprehensive Health-Related Services for Transgender Persons
This White Paper describes the requirement for comprehensive services for transgender (TG) persons. It highlights their needs and reviews the experience of ongoing comprehensive services offered to the communities by different programs and partners. It also recommends the service delivery packages for TG persons as per the need.
