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New Indian Express
21-07-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Andhra Health Minister warns of AMR crisis, calls for urgent action
VIJAYAWADA: Health, Medical and Family Welfare Minister Y Satya Kumar Yadav on Saturday sounded an alarm over the rising threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), warning it could cause 4 crore deaths globally by 2050 if left unchecked. Speaking at a symposium on 'Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness and Medical Responsibility' organised by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) Andhra Pradesh Chapter at GMCANA in Guntur, the minister stressed the urgent need for action. Reflecting on his journey from a non-medical background to serving as Health Minister, Yadav said his growing awareness of issues like AMR has been both sobering and motivating. He expressed concern over widespread self-medication, unregulated antibiotic use, and poor public awareness. 'Only seven Indian States have AMR action plans. This is a silent but escalating health emergency,' he said.
New Indian Express
21-07-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Minister Satya Kumar Yadav emphasises preventive healthcare, holistic wellness
GUNTUR: Health, Medical and Family Welfare Minister Y Satya Kumar Yadav underscored the importance of preventive healthcare and holistic wellness. Addressing the gathering in Guntur on Sunday, he noted the expansive reach of Arogya Bharati, operating in 95% of districts across the country with over 877 volunteers. He appreciated its grassroots work including the School Health Programme, Ayur-AI, and campaigns promoting healthy lifestyles. The minister expressed concern over the rise in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) due to changing lifestyles and poor diets. He said 4.9 crore individuals were screened under NCD Survey 3.0, which identified 40 lakh diabetic and 30 lakh hypertension cases in Andhra Pradesh. He added that AI-driven predictive analytics is now aiding preventive planning and health resource allocation. The health minister emphasised promoting Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Siddha, and Naturopathy. A proposal for Rs 1,000 crore has been submitted to the Centre to boost AYUSH infrastructure in the State. He urged doctors in private practice to volunteer at government hospitals once a week.
Hans India
20-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Heart diseases claim 1.5L lives in AP: Minister
Vijayawada: Ministerfor medical, health, and family welfare, Y Satya Kumar Yadav, revealed that 32 per cent of deaths in Andhra Pradesh are due to cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), which also account for 33 per cent of global deaths. Speaking at a conference organised by the Cardiological Society of India (CSI) – Andhra Pradesh Chapter at NRI Medical College, Mangalagiri, on Saturday, he emphasised the state government's efforts to enhance cardiology services in government hospitals. Prominent doctors and CSI members participated in the conference which discussed the growing burden of heart diseases and potential solutions. The minister praised the CSI Andhra Pradesh Chapter and NRI Medical College for their contributions to heart health and patient care. Referring to the government initiatives, Yadav noted that under the STEMI programme, the life-saving Tenecteplase injection, worth Rs 45,000, is provided free during the critical 'golden hour' to cardiac patients. This initiative has saved over 3,000 lives in the state. Plans are underway to establish similar facilities for treating brain stroke cases, aligning with the STEMI programme's success. The minister attributed the rise in heart ailments to lifestyle changes, unhealthy diets, stress, tobacco, and alcohol consumption. He stressed, 'Our health is in our hands,' advocating for a healthy lifestyle, nutritious diet, and positive thinking as foundations for good health. He also pointed out that Guntur Government General Hospital has successfully performed 110 open-heart surgeries and three heart transplants, calling it a commendable achievement. The minister urged private hospital doctors to volunteer for free surgeries in government hospitals at least once every 15 days, assuring that the NDA coalition government values and honours such services. The government remains committed to strengthening healthcare infrastructure, he added. The event was attended by Dr P Chandrasekhar, vice-chancellor of NTR University of Health Sciences, Dr P John Satish, president of CSI Andhra Pradesh, Dr P S Srinivas Chowdary, organising secretary, and approximately 400 cardiologists, who discussed advancements in cardiac treatment and technology.
Hans India
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
BC meet echoes strong call for unity, leadership
Tirupati: State Ministers Anagani Satya Prasad, Y Satya Kumar Yadav and S Savitha asserted that the Backward Classes (BCs) are no longer just communities lagging behind, they are a powerful collective capable of leading the state. They participated in the 'BC Atma Gaurava Bharosa Sabha' held in Tirupati on Sunday. It was jointly organised by the Andhra Pradesh BC Welfare Association and the Ambedkar Phule Foundation, drawing hundreds of BC community members from across the state. Speakers emphasised unity as the key to achieving political empowerment and social progress for BCs. Revenue Minister Satya Prasad highlighted that BCs have historically risen to positions of power when given the opportunity, recalling how former Chief Minister NT Rama Rao brought BCs to the forefront of governance. 'Now, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, BCs have secured significant representation in the state cabinet,' he said. He urged community members to stay united in the fight for upliftment and equity. Health Minister Satya Kumar criticised the previous YSRCP regime for sidelining BC leaders and claimed that while BC ministers were frequently changed, those from the Reddy community remained untouched. Citing former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi's remarks in Parliament, he said that reservation policies should not end up promoting incompetence, implying the need for careful and fair implementation. BC Welfare Minister Savita underscored that only through the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) had BCs seen holistic development and recognition across sectors. She accused the previous YSRCP government of resorting to intimidation tactics, including cases and physical assaults, against those who questioned it. BC leaders from five states also participated in the event, lending national solidarity to the gathering. Tirupati MLA Arani Srinivasulu, AP BC Welfare Association president Kesani Sankar Rao, Ambedkar Phule Foundation founding president Parasa Ratnam, senior BC leaders Almen Raju, former MLA Mohan, Tirupati district BC Association president Kalluru Nagaraju Goud, secretary Avulapati Bujji Babu, TUDA Chairman C Divakar Reddy, Yadava Corporation Chairman G Narasimha Yadav, were among those who attended.
New Indian Express
06-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
NTR district sets Rs 18.23 lakh crore GDP target under Swarnandhra Vision
VIJAYAWADA: NTR District In-charge Minister Y Satya Kumar Yadav announced that draft plans for the development of Vijayawada and other constituencies were prepared based on available resources, with a target of Rs 18.23 lakh crore Gross Domestic Product (GDP). At a review meeting held in Vijayawada on Saturday, the Minister, along with MP Kesineni Sivanath, MLAs Gadde Rammohan, Bonda Umamaheswara Rao, Sriram Rajgopal, Kolikapudi Srinivasa Rao, and Collector G Lakshmisha, discussed progress under the Swarnandhra P4 ('Public, Private, People Partnership) Foundation. They reviewed key sectors including agriculture, industry, services, tourism, food processing, zero-budget natural farming, Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), and mechanisation. During the meeting the NTR District In-charge Minister stated, 'P4 is a key chapter in good governance,' and added that implementation will align with Swarnandhra goals through regular reviews. Saty Kumar Yadav said the district's per capita income in 2023–24 stood at Rs 3,21,651, with targets of Rs 6,38,946 by 2028–29 and Rs 1,10,0000 by 2047–48. Swachh Andhra Corporation Chairman K Pattabhiram, Krishna District Cooperative Central (KDCC) Chairman Nettem Raghuram, Joint Collector S Ilakkiya, and Vijayawada Municipal Corporation (VMC) Commissioner Dhanachandra HM also took part in the review meeting.
