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Odisha CM Majhi Launches Digital Health Pilot, Expands DNB Courses Statewide

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced a series of key decisions to strengthen the state's healthcare infrastructure. The Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) will be launched as a pilot in Kendujhar district to create a digital health ecosystem using ABHA IDs. Furthermore, DNB courses will be introduced at all District Headquarters Hospitals to enhance doctors' skills and specialisation. The CM also directed that AYUSH services be prioritised, with AYUSH doctors prescribing only Ayurvedic medicines and these remedies being made available at health centres.

Key Points: Odisha CM Majhi Announces Digital Health, DNB & AYUSH Initiatives

  • ABDM digital health pilot in Kendujhar
  • DNB courses at all District Hospitals
  • AYUSH doctors to prescribe only Ayurvedic meds
  • Aims to cut patient waiting times
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CM Majhi reviews health programmes, announces key initiatives in Odisha's healthcare sector

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi reviews health programmes, launches ABDM pilot in Kendujhar, introduces DNB courses at DHHs, and strengthens AYUSH services.

CM Majhi reviews health programmes, announces key initiatives in Odisha's healthcare sector
"enable citizens to use unique Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) IDs to securely access and share health records - Official Statement"

Bhubaneswar, Jan 7

The Odisha government has taken several key decisions to strengthen the healthcare infrastructure in the state, according to an official statement issued on Wednesday.

These decisions were taken by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi during a high-level review meeting of various programmes being implemented by the Health and Family Welfare (H&FW) Department, held in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday.

As per the Chief Minister's decision, the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) will be implemented initially as a pilot project in Kendujhar district. Based on an assessment of its performance and outcomes, the digital mission will subsequently be expanded across the state. Under the ABDM, key healthcare services such as appointment booking, referrals, follow-ups and other related processes will be carried out through digital platforms.

Notably, the ABDM initiative is aimed to build a nationwide digital health ecosystem, enabling citizens to use unique Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) IDs to securely access and share health records, and connect patients, doctors, labs, and pharmacies for seamless and continuous care.

As per the statement, the state government expects this initiative is going to significantly reduce patient waiting time and ensure optimal utilisation of healthcare infrastructure.

In another major decision, CM Majhi has also announced that Diplomate of National Board (DNB) courses will be introduced at all District Headquarters Hospitals (DHHs) to enhance the skills and expertise of doctors. The state government also claimed that the initiative will enable doctors to undergo practical and clinical training and pursue specialisation while serving at the district level in the state.

To promote Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy (AYUSH) medicine across the state, the Chief Minister directed that AYUSH doctors should prescribe only Ayurvedic medicines and refrain from prescribing any allopathic drugs. He further instructed that Ayurvedic and Homeopathic medicines be made available at Ayushman Arogya Mandirs to prioritise and strengthen AYUSH healthcare services in Odisha.

- IANS

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Rajesh Q
Good to see focus on DNB courses at district hospitals. We desperately need more specialists in smaller towns so people don't have to travel to Bhubaneswar or Cuttack for every little thing. Implementation is key now.
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Aman W
While digital initiatives are welcome, I hope the government ensures robust internet connectivity in rural Odisha first. Also, the directive for AYUSH doctors to prescribe only their own medicines makes sense, but what about integrated healthcare? Sometimes a combined approach is needed.
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Sarah B
Promoting AYUSH is excellent. India's traditional medicine systems have so much to offer. Making these medicines available at Ayushman Arogya Mandirs will increase access and affordability for many families.
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Vikram M
Reducing patient waiting time is the biggest need. If the ABHA ID system can help me avoid repeating my medical history at every counter, it will be a huge relief. Fingers crossed for a smooth rollout!
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Kavitha C
These announcements sound good on paper. But we have seen many such reviews and initiatives before. The real test will be on the ground - will there be enough funding, training, and monitoring? Hope CM Majhi follows through.

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