Latest news with #ABHA
Saudi Gazette
6 days ago
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
Aseer draws 8 million tourists in 2024, minister says
Saudi Gazette report ABHA — Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb announced that Aseer Region welcomed around 8 million tourists in 2024, positioning it as one of Saudi Arabia's leading tourism destinations. The announcement came on Tuesday during his participation in the second edition of the Aseer Investment Forum. Al-Khateeb highlighted Aseer's unique natural and cultural assets, saying they make the region an increasingly attractive environment for tourism investment. He revealed that the region's hospitality sector is set to expand with the addition of nearly 4,000 new hotel rooms in the coming years, supported by Saudi Arabia's broader tourism ecosystem. The minister also underscored the ministry's ongoing efforts to attract global hospitality brands, many of which are now eyeing Aseer due to its untapped potential and growing emphasized the crucial role of the local community, especially Aseer's youth, in delivering an authentic and memorable tourism noted that Aseer has evolved beyond its traditional image as a seasonal summer destination, becoming a year-round attraction thanks to its rich environmental and cultural the region's key cultural draws are Asiri arts such as Al-Qatt Al-Asiri, traditional clothing, and local cuisine, all of which have helped shape a distinctive tourism identity for the region.
New Indian Express
24-05-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Collector inspects quality of health services at Government hospitals in Ongole
ONGOLE: Ongole District Collector A Thameem Ansariya on Friday conducted surprise inspections at the Government General Hospital (GGH-RIMS) and the Government Mother and Child Care Hospital in Ongole to assess the quality of public healthcare services and monitor ongoing development works. During her visit, the Collector examined ongoing infrastructure projects and directed officials to expedite the construction of the Mother Newborn Baby Unit (MNBU) within 10 days. She reviewed staff performance, patient services, and cleanliness standards at both hospitals. At the Mother and Child Care Hospital, the Collector personally checked outpatient (OP) registration records, visited various departments including the OP ward, Operation Theatre, Antenatal Ward, Postnatal Ward, Sterilisation Room, and the NTR Vaidya Seva counter. She instructed staff to provide medical services with patience and emphasised maintaining proper sanitation. Later at GGH-RIMS, the Collector reviewed the ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) registration process and inspected the ongoing repair works. She also assessed free meal distribution for patients and attendants, checking both quality and taste of the food served. The Collector urged hospital staff to communicate politely with patients, especially those who travel long distances for treatment, and not keep them waiting unnecessarily. She reiterated the importance of cleanliness in government hospitals. In light of rise in COVID-19 cases in the State, Collector Ansariya also advised the public to avoid unnecessary travel, mass gatherings, and social events, and to continue following preventive measures.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Raj to link med distribution with health records via iHMS integration
1 2 Jaipur: The state govt currently operates e-Aushadhi, a portal dedicated to the free distribution of medicines. However, the system is not linked to patients' Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) IDs, limiting the creation of comprehensive electronic health records (EHRs). At present, only 1.2 crore ABHA cards in Rajasthan are connected to EHRs. To bridge this gap, the govt plans to integrate medicine distribution with the Integrated Health Management System (iHMS), enabling real-time EHR generation alongside drug dispensation.A senior health department official said, "We are finding solutions and taking measures to generate EHR and link them with patients' ABHA ID so that the patient could access all their health records, including pharmacy and treatment. "The health department generated 6.2 crore ABHA for the people of the state, but out of those, just 1.2 crore ABHAs are linked with EHRs. ABHA integrates EHRs to facilitate the storage and retrieval of patient information. If ABHA is not linked with EHR, then ABHA are just mere numbers. ABHA is a unique 14-digit number used to link all the health records of a of 1.2 crore EHRs generated in the state, 68.6 lakh EHRs were generated using Co-win records (Covid-19 vaccination) during the Covid-19 pandemic. Besides, 34 lakh EHRs were generated using a private pharma limited, and the rest by using other platforms. Despite that, just 1.2 crore EHRs were state govt is using the state govt's iHMS (integrated health management system) for generating ABHA cards and EHRs. Through iHMS, 1.9 crore ABHAs were generated, but just 46,095 EHRs were generated using iHMS. A senior health department official said, "We are taking measures to increase the EHRs so that people can use their health records stored electronically while going for doctor's consultation or for treatment."The health department is taking measures to make use of iHMS to generate EHRs. iHMS is being used in govt hospitals for the registration of patients and other works, including admission and discharge of patients. The state govt is generating EHRs daily, said the official. On Tuesday, 77,150 EHRs were health department advocates that linking all healthcare reports, prescriptions, and lab test reports in one place eliminates the requirement to carry hard copies of reports while visiting a healthcare provider. ABHA helps in easy access and tracking of health records.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
CM warns hospitals: Be heatwave ready or face action for lapses
Jaipur: Chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma Friday directed the medical and health departments to be fully prepared to deal with heatwave-related emergencies. Speaking at a high-level review meeting at his residence, Sharma emphasised that public welfare during extreme weather conditions must be prioritised. "The medical department must be fully prepared to deal with heatstroke and other heat-related illnesses . Every hospital and health centre should be in top condition, and if any lapses are found, strict action will be taken against the responsible officials." Addressing the risk posed by heatwaves, the CM instructed health officials to stock up on essential medicines and ensure functional equipment in all govt hospitals. "There should be no shortage of medicines or medical equipment at any hospital. All arrangements should be in place to treat patients affected by heat-related conditions," he said. He further instructed district collectors to regularly inspect hospitals to ensure that essential services, including power, water, and medical care, are available without interruption. "Our focus is to ensure that the public faces no inconvenience during this summer," he added. The CM stressed the importance of digital health documentation. "Every citizen must be issued an ABHA ID (Ayushman Bharat Health Account). We must also ensure that these IDs are actively used so that every individual's health record is securely digitised," he said.
New Indian Express
03-05-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Delhi sets up State Health Agency to implement Ayushman Bharat scheme across city hospitals
NEW DELHI: The Delhi government has established a dedicated State Health Agency (SHA) within the Delhi Secretariat to oversee the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat scheme across city hospitals. To operationalise the agency, the health department has diverted 28 medical professionals, including doctors and other staff, from various facilities such as the Dengue Control Centre, district health units, and other government hospitals to the SHA which will be responsible for ensuring effective rollout and monitoring of services under the Ayushman Bharat scheme in the capital. 'The officials will be responsible for facilitation between the empanelled healthcare providers (EHCP) and the National Health Authority. Their tasks include verification and processing claims made by the hospitals for serving patients under the Ayushman Bharat scheme,'a health department official said. Additionally, a grievance management cell would also be institutionalised under the health panel which will be managed by the diverted officials, the official added. As per the established mechanism, claims are raised using a centralised online portal within 24 hours of patient discharge, submitting relevant documents and clinical notes. The SHA then approves and processes the claim, with payments made to the EHCP within 15 days of authentication. Meanwhile, as part of this initiative, the government has issued strict directions to all hospitals under its jurisdiction to begin generating Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) IDs for every patient visiting Outpatient Departments (OPDs), effective May 1. The ABHA ID is a unique identifier that will allow patients to access digital health services and streamline their medical records under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission. Additionally, Heads of Institutions have been instructed to compile a Health Professional Registry comprising detailed digital profiles of all doctors and nursing officers employed at their respective hospitals or medical colleges. The deadline for this task has been set for May 11, with a clear directive for strict compliance. Officials said the move is aimed at strengthening digital health service delivery in Delhi and ensuring that the capital hospitals are fully integrated into the nationwide digital healthcare ecosystem.
