Digital prescription facility launched at 48 urban PHCs
The system will ensure that details of medication are printed clearly and directly linked to each patient's Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) ID, securing their health records digitally.
Chief medical officer Dr NB Singh said, "Out of 54 UPHCs in Lucknow, 48 have already started offering this facility. This will not only help patients easily understand the medicines prescribed to them but will also keep their records safe and accessible."
He said that patients and even pharmacists often face difficulty in reading handwritten prescriptions. "Digital system eliminates this issue by providing printed prescriptions. Soon, the remaining 6 UPHCs will also implement this service," he said.
Linking prescriptions with ABHA ID will help doctors view past medication records digitally in case a patient forgets or loses prescription slip.
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