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After 10 years of rural health mission, doctor shortfall up -Subodh Varma

-The Times of India Samarin Bai, a 50-year-old Baiga tribal woman from Mahamai village lives in the dense Achanakmar forests of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. A few days back, she decided to see a doctor for the big lump that had developed at the base of her neck and various other problems. Although there is a government sub-centre 6kmsix kilometers away, she knew that there was only one auxiliary nurse cum midwife...

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A healthier India

-Business Standard More money, better governance needed in public health care India's poor health outcomes are well known. Not only have China and Sri Lanka forged far ahead, in recent years Bangladesh and Nepal have overtaken India from behind. As things stand, in South Asia, India remains ahead of only Pakistan. The state of health is a reflection of both what is spent and how it is spent. The twin endeavours must...

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Delhi govt promises basic healthcare at your doorstep -Sanchita Sharma

-Hindustan Times New Delhi: Taking note of the issues raised in HT’s Sick Hospitals investigation, Delhi health minister Satyendar Jain on Friday promised to bring primary healthcare to the doorstep of every Delhiite with neighbourhood clinics, diagnostic labs and free ambulance services. “Currently, Delhi hospitals score two on (a scale of) 10,” admitted Jain. “Give me two years. They will at least score a six on 10. HT should do a follow-up...

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Among the best in country, but Delhi's healthcare is still in ICU -Rhythma Kaul

-Hindustan Times New Delhi: Delhi has the highest density of hospitals in the country and more beds available for patients than the national average but it is impossible to get treatment in government-run hospitals when needed. The city’s rising population and the many thousands who come from other states seeking treatment have virtually put government hospitals, which offer cheaper care, out of reach for most people. Delhi has 976 registered hospitals and clinics...

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Rajasthan moves to ‘privatise' basic health facilities -Kundan Pandey

-Down to Earth Attempts to implement the PPP model have failed in many states. Activists plan to oppose the decision   While Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje is at the centre of a high decibel media debate over her alleged association with Lalit Modi, one critical development in her state has slipped through the cracks and escaped scrutiny. On Tuesday, the state Cabinet gave its nod to the running of primary health...

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