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India Boosts Digital Health & Disease Surveillance Under Ayushman Bharat

The government is expanding India's digital health infrastructure under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission. Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav emphasized strengthening primary health services and making disease surveillance more effective. The National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW) was praised for its role in building a skilled health workforce and supporting national programs. The institute's annual day celebrated its achievements in training, research, and policy support for improving healthcare delivery.

Key Points: India Expands Digital Health Infrastructure, Disease Surveillance

  • Expanding Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
  • Strengthening primary health services
  • Introducing new vaccines
  • Enhancing disease surveillance
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India expanding digital health infrastructure, enhancing disease surveillance: Minister

Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav announces expansion of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, immunization, and stronger disease surveillance systems.

"we are also expanding immunization efforts, introducing new vaccines, and making disease surveillance systems more effective. - Prataprao Jadhav"

New Delhi, March 9

The government is expanding the digital health infrastructure under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, strengthening primary health services through health and wellness centres, Union Minister of State for Health and Ayush Minister, Prataprao Jadhav, said on Monday.

He further stated that "we are also expanding immunization efforts, introducing new vaccines, and making disease surveillance systems more effective."

Addressing the gathering at an event by the National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW) here, the minister emphasised the importance of strengthening public health institutions and highlighted the role of NIHFW in building skilled health professionals and supporting national health programmes.

Dr Sunita Sharma, Director General of Health Services (DGHS), appreciated the institute's continued contribution to public health research, training, and policy support for the government.

She stated that the institute has played an important role in strengthening the capacity of India's health workforce and in the effective implementation of national health programmes.

In his address, Dr Sunil Vilasrao Gitte, Director, NIHFW, highlighted the institute's key achievements over the past year, including advancements in public health training, research initiatives, and collaborations aimed at strengthening the country's health systems.

During the event, the institute's annual publications, "Dharna", the HPPI Journal, and "Prospects of Placement Cell", were formally released by the dignitaries.

According to the ministry, awards were also presented to outstanding employees, students, and sports achievers in recognition of their dedication and excellence. The celebration also featured cultural performances by students, reflecting the vibrant academic environment of the institute.

"The Annual Day celebration reaffirmed NIHFW's commitment to advancing public health education, research, and policy support, with the aim of improving healthcare delivery and population health across the country. Dean of the Institute, Prof. V.K. Tiwari, delivered the vote of thanks to all the distinguished guests and attendees," said the ministry.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Expanding disease surveillance is crucial after the pandemic lessons. But the real test is implementation at the PHC level. Hope the training for health workers is robust and continuous. The intent is good, execution is key.
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Aman W
New vaccines and better immunization coverage are always good news for our children. As a young father, I feel more secure knowing the government is proactively working on this front. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
While the digital push is impressive, I hope there is equal focus on data privacy and cybersecurity. Health data is extremely sensitive. The policy must have strong safeguards built in from the start.
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Karthik V
Strengthening primary health services is the need of the hour. Too much burden on big city hospitals. If my local wellness centre had better facilities and staff, half our family's health issues could be solved there itself. Good direction!
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Nisha Z
It's heartening to see institutes like NIHFW getting recognition. Their work in training health professionals forms the backbone of the system. More power to the researchers and faculty! 👏

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