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Deccan Herald
2 days ago
- Health
- Deccan Herald
WHO to document Karnataka's 'Asha Kirana' as global eye care model
The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed interest in Karnataka's 'Asha Kirana' initiative, which provides doorstep eye care, and plans to share its success story with other countries and regions. The WHO has proposed a comprehensive assessment of the initiative to further strengthen the programme and generate valuable insights and best practices for other regions aiming to implement integrated, people-centred eye care. In a letter to Harsh Gupta, Principal Secretary of Health and Family Welfare, WHO Representative to India, Dr Roderico H Ofrin, appreciated the state government for conceptualising and effectively implementing the 'Asha Kirana' initiative. "This innovative model, launched under your leadership, marks significant progress towards eliminating avoidable blindness and ensuring equitable access to comprehensive eye care across the state. We are particularly encouraged by how 'Asha Kirana' aligns with the WHO's Integrated People-Centred Eye Care (IPEC) framework," Ofrin wrote in the letter dated June 30. Recognising its impact and scalability, the WHO expressed keen interest in systematically documenting the state's model. Such an evaluation, Ofrin noted, will help strengthen the programme while providing lessons and best practices for other regions and countries.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Health
- Hans India
WHO to document State's 'Asha Kirana' as global eye care model
Bengaluru: The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed interest in Karnataka's 'Asha Kirana' initiative, which provides doorstep eye care, and plans to share its success story with other countries and regions. The WHO has proposed a comprehensive assessment of the initiative to further strengthen the programme and generate valuable insights and best practices for other regions aiming to implement integrated, people-centred eye care. In a letter to Harsh Gupta, Principal Secretary of Health and Family Welfare, WHO Representative to India, Dr Roderico H Ofrin, appreciated the state government for conceptualising and effectively implementing the 'Asha Kirana' initiative. "This innovative model, launched under your leadership, marks significant progress towards eliminating avoidable blindness and ensuring equitable access to comprehensive eye care across the state. We are particularly encouraged by how 'Asha Kirana' aligns with the WHO's Integrated People-Centred Eye Care (IPEC) framework," Ofrin wrote in the letter dated June 30. Recognising its impact and scalability, the WHO expressed keen interest in systematically documenting the state's model. Such an evaluation, Ofrin noted, will help strengthen the programme while providing lessons and best practices for other regions and countries. "We propose a comprehensive assessment using WHO's established tools, such as the Eye Care Situation Analysis Tool (ECSAT) and the Eye Care Indicator Menu (ECIM), to document processes, outcomes, and lessons from 'Asha Kirana'," he said. "This documentation will be conducted independently by WHO at no cost to the state exchequer. It will contribute to global knowledge-sharing and support universal eye health," he added. WHO has requested the nomination of a nodal officer to coordinate the process. Taking to the social media platform 'X', Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said Karnataka is setting new benchmarks in public health with the WHO recognising 'Asha Kirana'. "This validation reinforces our commitment to equitable, accessible, and community-driven healthcare. WHO will now document this model using global tools like ECSAT and ECIM to share processes, outcomes, and lessons worldwide," he added.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
WHO to document Karnataka's 'Asha Kirana' as global eye care model
Bengaluru: The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed interest in Karnataka's 'Asha Kirana' initiative, which provides doorstep eye care , and plans to share its success story with other countries and regions. The WHO has proposed a comprehensive assessment of the initiative to further strengthen the programme and generate valuable insights and best practices for other regions aiming to implement integrated, people-centred eye care. In a letter to Harsh Gupta, Principal Secretary of Health and Family Welfare, WHO Representative to India, Dr Roderico H Ofrin, appreciated the state government for conceptualising and effectively implementing the 'Asha Kirana' initiative. "This innovative model, launched under your leadership, marks significant progress towards eliminating avoidable blindness and ensuring equitable access to comprehensive eye care across the state. We are particularly encouraged by how 'Asha Kirana' aligns with the WHO's Integrated People-Centred Eye Care (IPEC) framework," Ofrin wrote in the letter dated June 30. Recognising its impact and scalability, the WHO expressed keen interest in systematically documenting the state's model. Such an evaluation, Ofrin noted, will help strengthen the programme while providing lessons and best practices for other regions and countries. "We propose a comprehensive assessment using WHO's established tools, such as the Eye Care Situation Analysis Tool (ECSAT) and the Eye Care Indicator Menu (ECIM), to document processes, outcomes, and lessons from 'Asha Kirana'," he said. "This documentation will be conducted independently by WHO at no cost to the state exchequer. It will contribute to global knowledge-sharing and support universal eye health," he added. WHO has requested the nomination of a nodal officer to coordinate the process. Taking to the social media platform 'X', Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said Karnataka is setting new benchmarks in public health with the WHO recognising 'Asha Kirana'. "This validation reinforces our commitment to equitable, accessible, and community-driven healthcare. WHO will now document this model using global tools like ECSAT and ECIM to share processes, outcomes, and lessons worldwide," he added. PTI
Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
WHO to document Karnataka's eye-care model
Bengaluru: World Health Organisation (WHO) has expressed interest in formally documenting Karnataka's Ashakirana initiative — an eye care programme designed to deliver services at the doorstep — citing its alignment with global best practices in integrated people-centred eye care (IPEC). In a letter dated June 30 to the principal secretary (health) Harsh Gupta, WHO's India representative Dr Roderico H Ofrin commended the state govt for conceptualising and implementing the programme "in an exemplary manner". "The Asha Kirana initiative embodies IPEC principles by integrating eye care into primary health services and the wider public health system," Dr Ofrin stated. He said WHO proposes to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the model using its established tools — Eye Care Situation Analysis Tool (ECSAT) and Eye Care Indicator Menu (ECIM) — to document the processes, outcomes and lessons from the initiative. The documentation will be carried out independently by WHO at no cost to the state. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru
Business Wire
07-05-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
IPEC and COF Recognize 2025 Excellence in Interprofessional Education Collaboration Awardees
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Interprofessional Education Collaborative (IPEC) and the PHS Commissioned Officers Foundation for the Advancement of Public Health (COF) are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Excellence in Interprofessional Education (IPE) Collaboration Award. 'Their efforts show how working together across professions can make a real difference in addressing health needs and strengthening the health workforce.' -Alison Whelan, MD, IPEC Board Chair and AAMC Chief Academic Officer Share 'We commend this year's awardees for their inspiring dedication to advancing interprofessional education and teamwork,' said Alison Whelan, MD, IPEC Board Chair and AAMC Chief Academic Officer. 'Their efforts show how working together across professions can make a real difference in addressing health needs and strengthening the health workforce.' The award acknowledges outstanding interprofessional team-based projects that enhance health outcomes and creatively promote community engagement. This year, IPEC and COF honor Emory University as the overall award recipient, alongside four other institutions receiving honorable mentions. 'This year's submissions reflect tremendous creativity, leadership, and dedication,' added COF Board of Trustees President and USPHS Rear Admiral (retired) Kerry Nesseler, MS, RN, FAAN. 'It is always a privilege to recognize these exceptional teams and to highlight the important role they play in advancing health outcomes through interprofessional collaboration.' The complete list of the 2025 winners follows: 2025 IPEC COF Award: Overall Winner Emory University, Atlanta, GA Emory Farmworker Project Jodie Guest, MPH, Rollins School of Public Health, Office of Interprofessional Education and Collaborative Practice, Woodruff Health Sciences Center and Physician Assistant Program, School of Medicine, Emory University Emilia Grill, MPH, School of Medicine, Emory University Farmworker Project Alexander Kendall, MS, PA-C, School of Medicine, Emory University 2025 IPEC COF Honorable Mention: Health Communications and Health Technology University of Hawaii at Hilo and University of Hawaii at Manoa (Hilo and Manoa, HI) TELepresence InterProfessional RoboT (TELIPoRT) for Pharmacy and Nursing Students in Hawaii Sheri Tokumaru, PharmD, BCCCP, The Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy, University of Hawai'i at Hilo Lorrie Wong, PhD, RN, CHSE-A, FAAN, School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene, University of Hawaii at Manoa Nicole Young, PharmD, BCCCP, The Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy, University of Hawai'i at Hilo 2025 IPEC COF Honorable Mention: Behavioral Health University of Mary, Bismarck, ND Simulation-Enhanced Interprofessional Experiential Learning Project: Its Impact on Physical and Respiratory Therapy Students Using ISVS-21 Michelle Keller, EdD, Physical Therapy, Saint Gianna School of Health Sciences, University of Mary Jessica Arndt, PhD, RRT, RRT-ACCS, Respiratory Therapy, Saint Gianna School of Health Sciences, University of Mary Christine Sperle, PhD, Respiratory Therapy, Saint Gianna School of Health Sciences, University of Mary 2025 IPEC COF Honorable Mention: Public Health Infrastructure Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, FL Disaster Day Simulation Joseph Buhain, EdD, MBA, RRT, CHSOS, CMSP, FAARC, NREMTB, Marieb College of Health & Human Service, Florida Gulf Coast University Sharon Yvonne Wright, PhD, RN, CNE, CHSE, School of Nursing, Marieb College of Health & Human Services, Florida Gulf Coast University Courtney Pledger, PA-C, Physician Assistant Program, Marieb College of Health & Human Services, Florida Gulf Coast University 2025 IPEC COF Honorable Mention: Community Empowerment and Education Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences – Worcester Campus, Worcester, MA Enhancing Interprofessional Education through a Community-Based Falls Awareness Event for Older Adults Jessica Rydingsward, PT, DPT, CCS, GCS, School of Physical Therapy, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Alia Khalaf, OD, School of Optometry, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Cheryl Babin, PT, DHS, MHA, CAGS, FNAP, School of Physical Therapy, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences The awards will be presented at the upcoming IPEC Membership Meeting and Award Ceremony. 'IPEC and COF look forward to celebrating the award-worthy projects initiated by these forward-leaning universities,' shared Shelley McKearney, Administrative Director of IPEC. 'These initiatives stress the core value of interprofessional teamwork in tackling today's urgent health challenges and in shaping the next generation of health professionals.' To learn more about the award, including past recipients and projects, visit the IPEC website. About the Interprofessional Education Collaborative (IPEC) IPEC works to advance interprofessional learning experiences and promote team-based care models to enhance population health outcomes. IPEC represents national health professions associations committed to preparing future health professionals for collaborative practice. For more information, visit IPEC's website. The COF was established to strengthen leadership in public health through advocacy, education, research, partnerships, and direct support of prevention and health programs. COF advances career development for officers in the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service and promotes the growth of the Corps as a vital force for a healthier nation and world. For more information, visit the COF website.
