PM Modi criticizes Delhi and Bengal for not implementing Ayushman Bharat, affecting elderly healthcare. Highlights initiatives like Jan Aushadhi Kendras.
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‘Ayushman Bharat, a free treatment scheme for senior citizens aged 70 and above. #Modi #elderpeople #free_treatment #medindia’
Affordable Medicines through Jan Aushadhi Kendras
Senior citizens aged 70 and above in Delhi and West Bengal were excluded because of political conflicts. “Governments are selfish and not concerned with humanity,” said PM Modi.In his speech, he highlighted the government’s health initiatives, including establishing 14,000 Jan Aushadhi Kendras, to provide affordable medicines. Without this program, it would have cost Rs 30,000 crore for the citizens to cover their medical expenses.
He also emphasized the success of Mission Indradhanush, an immunization program, that protected pregnant women and newborns from severe illness. Also, over 2 lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs for immediate cancer diagnosis and other critical diseases were launched successfully.
More Doctors in Need For Elderly Care
The primary health care system will struggle to meet the medical needs of a rapidly aging population, particularly as the number of family doctors falls.
The primary health care system will struggle to meet the medical needs of a rapidly aging population, particularly as the number of family doctors falls.
Expanding AIIMS and Medical Colleges Across India
The Prime Minister introduced the U-WIN platform, a new health interface made in collaboration with platforms like COWIN and UPI to build India’s digital success.He spoke of his commitment to expanding healthcare, mentioning the construction of new AIIMS and medical colleges across India, including ESIC hospitals in Meerut and Haryana.
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Older people would no more be dependant on families for elderly care, as scientists have developed a robotic assistant that can dial 911 in case of emergencies.
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Delhi Private Hospitals to Offer Free Treatment to Poor: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India ordered Delhi private hospitals which were given land on concessional rate to offer free medical treatment to poor patients.
The Supreme Court of India ordered Delhi private hospitals which were given land on concessional rate to offer free medical treatment to poor patients.
