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MP Governor Prioritizes Sickle Cell & TB Eradication, Reviews Ayushman Bharat

Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel has directed that the elimination of sickle cell anemia and tuberculosis be given the highest priority in the state. He emphasized that treatment under the sickle cell eradication program in tribal areas is fully covered by the Ayushman Bharat scheme. The Governor reviewed the 'Nikshay Mitra' initiative for TB patient support and called for regular testing in mining areas. Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla also instructed officials to run special campaigns to achieve 100% targets for these health programs.

Key Points: MP Governor Directs Priority on Sickle Cell, TB Eradication Programs

  • Priority on sickle cell & TB eradication
  • Ayushman Bharat coverage for treatment
  • Expand Nikshay Mitra network in tribal areas
  • Regular TB testing in mining zones
  • Target 100% Ayushman card completion
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Services for eliminating sickle cell anaemia and TB should be prioritised: MP Guv

MP Governor Mangubhai Patel reviews sickle cell anemia & TB elimination, stressing Ayushman Bharat coverage and nutrition support via Nikshay Mitras.

"efforts to eliminate Sickle Cell Anaemia and TB from the state should be given highest priority - Governor Mangubhai Patel"

Bhopal, March 31

Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel, on Tuesday, asserted that the efforts to eliminate Sickle Cell Anaemia and TB from the state should be given highest priority.

He directed that during the camps for sickle cell eradication programmes in tribal regions, the general public should be told that the entire treatment process is covered under the Ayushman Bharat scheme.

The Governor made these assertions addressing a review meeting of Public Health and Family Welfare and AYUSH departments under the Sickle Cell Anaemia Eradication 2047 and TB-Free India Campaign at the Lok Bhavan.

Governor Patel said that sickle cell patients should be given proper information about facilities and eligibility under the Ayushman Bharat scheme.

The Governor also reviewed 'Nikshay Mitras' district-wise and instructed to include more and more people for their contribution, especially in tribal areas, to enhance nutrition and food distribution.

'Nikshay Mitras' are donors -- individuals, organisations, corporates, or elected representatives -- who support TB patients under the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.

They provide voluntary, compassionate aid, including nutritional, diagnostic, and vocational support to patients, aiming for a TB-free India.

The Governor directed that TB testing for persons residing and working in mining areas should be conducted regularly.

He also emphasised that people's representatives should actively cooperate in distributing nutritious food to TB patients.

Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla, who also joined the meeting, directed officials to run special campaigns to achieve 100 per cent completion of Ayushman card progress, sickle cell and TB eradication programme indicators.

During the meeting, AYUSH Department Secretary, Shobhit Jain, provided the Governor and Deputy Chief Minister Shukla detailed information about district-wise medicine distribution, house-to-house medicine delivery, testing, and other programmes.

He shared special efforts and innovations for medicine distribution in Scheduled Tribe-dominated districts across the state.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had launched the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission from Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh on July 1, 2023, aiming to eliminate the genetic disease by 2047.

- IANS

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Rohit P
TB and Sickle Cell by 2047 is an ambitious goal. The 'Nikshay Mitra' concept is excellent – community support can make a huge difference. Hope the implementation on the ground is as strong as the planning in these meetings.
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Aman W
While the intent is good, I hope this isn't just another announcement. We've seen many health missions lose steam. Regular TB testing in mining areas is a must, but will the workers get paid leave to get tested? Practical hurdles need solving.
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Shreya B
Focusing on tribal regions is the right approach. Genetic counselling and awareness about sickle cell before marriage is as important as treatment. Glad MP is taking the lead since the mission was launched from there.
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David E
Interesting to see the integrated approach combining modern medicine (TB) with AYUSH. House-to-house medicine delivery in remote districts could be a game-changer if executed well. Nutrition support is key for TB recovery.
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Karthik V
100% Ayushman card completion should be the first target. Without that card, many poor patients won't access the scheme. Good that Deputy CM has directed special campaigns. Hope they involve local ASHA workers effectively.

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