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Time of India
22-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Launch near, district hospital requires 300 additional beds
Nagpur: Even before the district general hospital is inaugurated in June, after a delay of five years, its frugal bed capacity is set to hamper the commencement of full-fledged services and the ability to meet the expected patient load. The 100-bed hospital is grossly insufficient considering the patient load on govt hospitals, the size of Nagpur's population, and the inflow of ailing individuals from neighbouring states. Though delayed, the project is being started following court directives and widespread criticism. Civil Surgeon Dr ND Rathod said the addition of another 300 beds in the vertical expansion of the new building is proposed. However, Dr Rathod mentioned that it depends on govt approval if the hospital will be expanded. With a much higher bed capacity, tertiary care centres like govt medical colleges in Nagpur are strained for resources and often face difficulties in accommodating more patients, with their beds remaining occupied all the time. Last week, the govt cleared six acres of land for upgrading Kamptee sub-district hospital (SDH) to a 100-bed facility. Tumsar SDH capacity has reached 200 beds, officials said. Nagpur district hospital will have the lowest bed capacity in the state. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo A district-level hospital generally offers specialities that are not available at SDH. "Five wards with 20 beds each, including general medicine, ante-natal care, and paediatrics, will be started. The modular operation theatre will take time. Initially, limited services will be available. The public health women's hospital is running in Nagpur, so deliveries will not be done here right now. Services will be scaled gradually," Dr Rathod said. The civil surgeon added that a staff of 197 has been recruited, including 89 on a contractual basis, while 108 are regular posts. "We need 15 Class I posts for specialists, but right now only three are sanctioned. We have also sought 154 more regular posts to meet the requirements. The 197 strength is not enough to run 100 beds," he said. The district hospital is also hosting a 100-bed critical care hospital block (CCHB) on its eight-acre land. The Central Govt, through the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), has sanctioned a G+3 structure, spanning 8,500 sq mt with an estimated cost of Rs44.50 crore. The under-construction project is part of the Prime Minister Atmanirbhar Swasth Bharat Yojana, aimed at enhancing critical care infrastructure across India. However, the CCHB will also take time to complete.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
CM to inaugurate 100-bed Barh sub div hospital soon
Patna: The state-of-the-art building of the sub-divisional hospital will soon commence operations in the Barh area of Patna district, serving residents from more than 300 villages across seven blocks in the region. The facility was constructed by utilising funds to the tune of Rs 19.50 crore. The G+3 building, comprising a ground floor and three upper floors, will have modern medical facilities and equipment. The facility includes a dedicated NICU-PICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit-Paediatric Intensive Care Unit) for newborn care, along with specialised wards for maternity services and for patients with burn injuries. The addition of a blood collection unit will be a boon for the patients and their families, as they will no longer need to travel to the state capital for blood requirements. Barh sub-divisional magistrate Shubham Kumar, who recently inspected the new building of the SDH, said it will be inaugurated by the CM Nitish Kumar in the next 10 to 15 days. "The new facility will have 11 specialist doctors. It will be a 100-bed hospital with all modern facilities. There are separate operation theatres and units for intensive child care. A blood bank will also be available, and an oxygen plant has been established on the premises," he said. "The oxygen supply has already begun in the child care unit, while the other beds in the hospital will get the direct oxygen supply from the plant. The Bihar Medical Services and Infrastructure Corporation Limited (BMSICL) constructed the new building on the same premises. The existing Barh SDH functions from an old, a deteriorating structure. Once the new facility starts functioning, the old building will be demolished," the SDM told this newspaper on Saturday. The old SDH currently serves as a referral centre due to the lack of specialist physicians. After primary treatment, the patients are referred to the PMCH. Vinay Kumar Chaudhary, deputy superintendent of the hospital, said that after the inauguration of the new building, a blood storage facility will be available. "Demand will also be made to increase the number of ambulances. Almost all the work has been completed except for the electricity connection. Testing will be done after the electricity connection, after which the date of inauguration will be decided. Arrangement for a post-mortem facility has also been made," he said.
United News of India
14-05-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Jammu District administration assesses cross-border shelling impact on border villages
Jammu, May 13 (UNI) In the aftermath of recent cross-border shelling, Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Sachin Kumar Vaishya on Tuesday conducted a comprehensive tour of the affected areas in Tehsil Marh and Pargwal to assess the damage and coordinate relief efforts. He was accompanied by SSP Jammu Joginder Singh and Additional District Development Commissioner Jammu, Sher Singh. During the visit, the DC evaluated the extent of loss of livestock and property, ensuring that relief and State Disaster Response Fund cases are processed promptly. He also reviewed the condition and requirements of community and individual bunkers, including those necessary for government offices, to enhance civilian safety in these vulnerable regions. The DC's itinerary included a visit to the Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Marh to oversee medical facilities and ensure readiness to handle any emergencies arising from the shelling incidents. UNI VBH SSP
The Star
06-05-2025
- Health
- The Star
Making sure no child falls behind
Hello there: Fadhlina and Dzulkefly chatting with the pupils after the launch of the SDH programme at the Cheras Rehabilitation Hospital. — Bernama Education Ministry to expand School-in-Hospital programme to Gombak KUALA LUMPUR: The Education Ministry plans to expand the School-in-Hospital (SDH) programme to Hospital Orang Asli Gombak by the end of this year, says minister Fadhlina Sidek. She said the Education Ministry and the Health Ministry are currently making thorough preparations to ensure Orang Asli children do not fall behind in their education while receiving treatment in hospital. 'To date, more than 50,000 students have benefited from the SDH programme, which is implemented in 19 healthcare facilities and has produced several success stories. 'For instance, for the 2024 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia examination, 91% of the students passed and qualified for a certificate,' she told reporters yesterday, Bernama reported. Fadhlina said this after the signing of the Memorandum of Cooperation between the Education Ministry and the Health Ministry for the implementation of the programme, as well as its launch at the Cheras Rehabilitation Hospital (HRC). Also present was Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. Currently, there are 19 SDH centres nationwide – 16 located in healthcare facilities under the Health Ministry, while the remaining centres are based in teaching hospitals managed by universities. The SDH programme is a specialised, formal and structured educational service designed to cater to the readiness and capabilities of students undergoing treatment in hospitals. The teaching and learning process is flexible, with a focus on fun and engaging activities conducted in a comfortable and conducive environment. Dzulkefly said the HRC is the 16th facility under the ministry to adopt the SDH programme, following its initial implementation at Hospital Tunku Azizah in July 2011. 'At HRC alone, 118 students have been registered, with total attendance exceeding 1,300. 'These are not just numbers – they represent stories of hope, resilience and an unwavering spirit to continue learning despite serious health challenges,' he said.
New Straits Times
06-05-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
Price display protest: Health minister to review demands in memorandum
KUALA LUMPUR: Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad has given an assurance that he will review every demand in the memorandum submitted by those who took part in today's gathering to protest against the mandatory drug price display ruling. He said he was aware of the rally held in Putrajaya today, adding that it was important for him to give due consideration after reviewing the memorandum. "I will certainly get their memorandum. I will study every one of their requests," he told reporters after attending the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between the Education Ministry (MOE) and the Health Ministry (MOH) in the Implementation of the School-in-Hospital (SDH) Programme and the launching of the SDH programme at the Cheras Rehabilitation Hospital (HRC). It was reported that doctors and private medical practitioners joined the gathering to protest against the use of the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011. It was related to a ruling making it mandatory for private clinics and pharmacies to display the prices of medicines effective May 1. The group began to disperse in stages from 11.30am onwards after their representatives met and submitted a memorandum regarding the issue to a representative of the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) at Bangunan Perdana Putra here. – Bernama
