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Time of India
12 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
45 contractual doctors appointed under NHM to boost urban healthcare
Varanasi: The District Health Committee in Varanasi has appointed 45 contractual doctors under National Health Mission (NHM) to serve in urban hospitals, enhancing healthcare services in the region. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This move aims to strengthen medical infrastructure and provide better care to the local population. DM Satyendra Kumar chaired the District Health Committee's monthly review meeting on Saturday, instructing officials to distribute appointment letters to 45 contractual doctors through public representatives. The DM issued a warning letter to the block programme manager of Kashi Vidyapeeth, selected under the National Health Mission, for prolonged absence and instructed for action. He said that to encourage vaccination of pregnant women and children under regular immunisation, resistant families should be motivated, and support from civil defence, influential persons, public representatives, and local institutions should be sought. He gave instructions to increase vaccination achievements in Harhua, Kashi Vidyapeeth, Baragaon, and urban areas. Emphasising the increase of maternity centres under the Janani Suraksha Yojana, the DM instructed officials to ensure 100% payment to all beneficiaries and ASHA workers. Reviewing communicable disease control campaign, he said that all departments should work in coordination and special attention should be given to identified hotspot areas. Chief development officer Himanshu Nagpal said that 100% supervision of health, sanitation, and nutrition days conducted in rural and urban areas should be in-charge medical officers should promptly ensure the availability of necessary equipment by obtaining information on weighing machines and other devices available at Anganwadi centres. Additionally, the meeting reviewed programs conducted under the National Routine Immunisation Program and the National Health Mission. Chief medical officer Dr Sandeep Chaudhary provided information on the achievements of all ongoing programs through a PPT. also spoke on the occasion.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Health
- Hans India
Ensure no lapses in maternal and child healthcare: Collector
Chittoor: As part of maternal and child healthcare initiatives, District Collector Sumit Kumar has instructed medical officers to ensure continuous supervision so that ANMs (Auxiliary Nurse Midwives) and ASHA workers perform their duties diligently in their respective areas. Speaking at a review meeting on Wednesday, the Collector said that maternal and infant deaths can be completely prevented if services under the RCH (Reproductive and Child Health) programme, such as the registration of pregnant women and the delivery of necessary healthcare services, are provided meticulously and thoroughly. The meeting was aimed at discussing three recent maternal deaths that occurred in Kolamasanapalle, Ogu and Vijalapuram PHCs. He stated that there should be no lapses in the registration of pregnant women and that Anganwadi registers must be properly maintained for accuracy. He highlighted that timely provision of nutritional supplements through Anganwadi centres can help prevent anaemia among pregnant women. The Collector stressed that ANMs and ASHA workers should pay special attention to pregnant women right from the time of conception until delivery, ensuring they do not develop anaemia. High-risk pregnant women should be monitored closely for their health status and provided with appropriate medical care as needed. He called for proactive measures both at the district level and primary healthcare level to ensure maternal deaths do not occur in the future. Sumit Kumar added that registering every newborn child is crucial to ensure timely vaccination and to monitor the health status of children regularly. In this context, medical officers play a key role in ensuring that ANMs and ASHA workers fulfill their responsibilities efficiently. District Medical and Health Officer Dr DT Sudha Rani, Deputy DM&HO Dr Venkata Prasad, DIO Dr C Hanumantha Rao, programme officers, medical officers, and other officials were present.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Collector calls out health workers for not tracking high-risk pregnancies
District Collector AS Dinesh Kumar expressed displeasure with Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers and Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANMs) for failing to track high-risk pregnancy cases in Alluri Sitharama Raju district. Additionally, he found that medical records were not being properly maintained, and sought explanations from medical officials for the discrepancies. On Wednesday, he conducted a review meeting with officials from the Medical and Health Department, focusing on maternal and infant deaths recorded from March 2025 till date. During the meeting, the Health Department officials explained each case in detail. The Collector instructed them to identify the causes of death and implement preventive measures to avoid recurrence. Health staff present shared that high blood pressure (HBP) may be a major contributing factor in the many cases. The Collector personally reviewed medical records and expressed concern over missing or incomplete entries. He additionally warned that tampering with medical records would be treated as a criminal offence. The Collector directed that if doctors were unavailable at the Family Physician Camps, then supervisors and mid-level health providers must step in and inform the respective medical authorities. 'In cases where the 108 ambulances or PHC vehicles are unavailable to transport high-risk pregnant women to hospitals, the health call center at 6303921374, should be contacted. If assistance is still unavailable, the matter must escalated to the ITDA Project Officer and District Medical and Health Officer immediately,' he said. Mr Dinesh Kumar also instructed ASHA workers to monitor whether pregnant women were taking the prescribed medications regularly, as reported by doctors. He said: 'Medical officers must take responsibility for their assigned duties.' He emphasised that special focus must be placed on high-risk cases, with appropriate plans prepared in advance. He further instructed that reports on high-risk cases must be submitted every 15 days, from the grassroot level to the higher authorities.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Push against diarrhoea deaths in kids
Chandigarh: To safeguard the health of young children in the state, Punjab health minister Dr Balbir Singh on Tuesday launched the 'STOP Diarrhoea Campaign 2025'. The two-month-long initiative aims to prevent mortality among children under five. The minister also unveiled awareness posters. Dr Balbir Singh emphasised: "Diarrhoea is a major cause of child deaths — each one a tragic and avoidable loss. This campaign is our pledge to protect every child with awareness, prevention, and timely treatment." He said the health department would adopt a prevent-protect-treat (PPT) strategy, targeting high-risk monsoon months. The state will deploy door-to-door ORS-Zinc kit distribution through ASHA workers. Besides, ORS-Zinc corners will be established at all health institutions and Anganwadis, and health workers' skills will be enhanced to manage cases effectively. "No child should die from a treatable condition. We are ensuring ORS, Zinc, IV fluids, and antibiotics are available at every health facility," said the minister. Underlining the need for awareness, Dr Balbir Singh he said the campaign prioritises community mobilisation for handwashing, safe drinking water, exclusive breastfeeding, sanitation, and immunisation. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Urban Ascent by Emaar 4 BHK Apartments Starting at ₹ 5.25 Cr* on Dwarka E-Way , Near Gurugram Emaar India Get Quote Undo "Diarrhoea is preventable — clean hands, clean water, and timely care can save lives," urged the minister. He called for the participation of panchayati raj leaders, self-help groups, teachers, and parents to champion the cause. Dr Balbir Singh said Punjab had been fostering inter-departmental collaboration with education, women child department, water and sanitation, and rural development department to address diarrhoea's root causes. "This is not just a health issue, it's a battle for Punjab's future. Together, we will break the chain of infection," he asserted. The minister made an appeal to keep the surroundings clean, use safe water, and act fast if diarrhoea strikes — start ORS-Zinc immediately and seek medical help. He also advocated drinking local drinks such as lemonade (shikanji) as the intake of liquids is essential for hydration. Fight against rabies A memorandum of understanding (MoU), under the National Rabies Control Programme, was signed between the health department and Peedu – an animal welfare NGO located in Mohali – to facilitate coordinated efforts towards the preparation of the State Action Plan for Rabies Elimination by 2030. The initiative involves the engagement of various stakeholders, along with the training of health staff and counselling sessions at anti-rabies clinics in district Mohali, with the scope for future expansion across the state. MSID:: 122515974 413 |
India Today
5 days ago
- Health
- India Today
Two-hour wait, no help: Pregnant woman dies near flooded bridge in Madhya Pradesh
A pregnant woman in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa district died in agony after being stranded near a flooded bridge for nearly two hours without any medical woman, identified as Priya Kol, had been staying at her maternal home in Bhanigawan village for the last few months of her pregnancy due to poor healthcare access in her in-laws' Sunday night, her condition deteriorated suddenly. Her family tried to take her to the nearest hospital, the Jawa Community Health Center, but the Mahna River had overflowed and submerged the main bridge on their With water levels rising and no alternative passage, they waited helplessly on the riverbank for nearly two hours. Priya writhed in pain before a local doctor finally arrived, only to declare her her body had to be transported to her in-laws' home for cremation via a 40-kilometre detour due to the same poor road conditions that had forced her to seek safety at her parents' home in the first District Collector Pratibha Pal has ordered a probe into the incident. Priya's father-in-law said, "There are no proper roads in our village. That's why she came to her maternal home. But the lack of roads killed her anyway."Just days earlier, Leela Sahu, a nine-month pregnant woman from Khaddi Khurd village in neighbouring Sidhi district, had released a viral video pleading for a motorable road to her home. Standing ankle-deep in mud, she questioned why repeated promises made by officials in 2023 were never questioned about the video, BJP MP from Sidhi, Rajesh Mishra, said, "What's there to worry about? Every delivery has an expected date. Let us know in advance and we'll get her picked up a week early."He also dismissed the video as an attempt to go viral on social media and shifted blame to previous governments. Following public criticism, Mishra later said his remarks were misunderstood, and that arrangements such as ambulances and ASHA workers were Congress has seized the moment to attack the BJP government. Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar posted on social media, "When the healthcare system collapses in the Health Minister's own constituency, what hope is there for the rest of Madhya Pradesh?"Referring to Priya Kol's death, he said, "She writhed in pain, floodwaters all around, and no one came to help. If this is the state of healthcare in a minister's home turf, imagine the plight in remote areas."- EndsMust Watch
