SICKLE CELL COUNSELLING CARDS
Over 1 crore people screened for sickle cell disease under national mission
The mission entails screening of seven crore population for sickle cell disease in the age group of zero to 40 years, pre-marital and pre-conceptional genetic counselling for its prevention and holistic care for those with the disease across both primary and secondary public health facilities in three years.
Focus shifts to healthcare delivery in 2023 as Covid stress eases
A major initiative this year has been the launch of the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in July. The mission is aimed at elimination of the disease in India, particularly among the country's tribal populations in 17 high prevalence states by 2047.
Jharkhand to develop a Tribal Development Digital Atlas to map socio-economic condition of tribals
In the first phase, 150 youth which includes 60 girls are being given coaching for various examinations, the statement said, adding this is the country's first residential coaching training programme for the PVTGs and a major step toward their overall development.
Govt mulling incentives for ASHA workers to mobilise individuals for sickle cell disease screening
The Indian government is considering providing incentives to ASHA health activists to encourage them to mobilize individuals for sickle cell disease screening and distribution of sickle cell cards. Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited blood disorders, and the government has launched a mission to eliminate the disease by 2047. The mission includes screening the population, providing genetic counseling, and offering care for those with the disease.
Over 5 lakh beneficiary cards made in four days of Ayushman Bhav campaign: Government
Ayushman Melas at HWCs and CHCs will facilitate the creation of ABHA IDs (Health IDs) and issuance of Ayushman Bharat cards. They will also offer early diagnosis, comprehensive primary health care services, tele-consultation with specialists, and appropriate referrals.
World is heaping praise on Indian model of 'Garib Kalyan', says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's success stories in various fields and emphasized that global organizations are looking to learn from India's achievements. He attributed this success to his government's focus on equal development and welfare of the poor in every region of the country.
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Three different drives to be run under Ayushman Bhavah campaign: Mansukh Mandaviya
The Ayushman Bhavah campaign, launched by President Droupadi Murmu, aims to provide comprehensive healthcare services to every village and town in India. The campaign consists of three different drives: Ayushman Aapke Dwar, Ayushman Mela, and Ayushman Gaanv, as well as Ayushman Sabha. These initiatives will distribute Ayushman cards, generate ABHA IDs, raise awareness about health schemes, and provide essential health services.
Campaign to provide health services to every intended beneficiary will help achieve universal health coverage: President Murmu
"No person should be left behind and no village should be left behind i.e. 100 per cent people can avail health services. This goal will make our country successful in achieving the objective of Universal health coverage in true sense," the President said.
PM Modi in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh on Thursday to launch development projects
The state-of-the-art Bina refinery of the Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, which will be developed at a cost of about Rs 49,000 crore, will produce about 1,200 KTPA (Kilo-Tonnes Per Annum) of ethylene and propylene, vital component for various sectors like textiles, packaging and pharma among others.
Sickle Cell Anaemia: Govt launches initiative to train grassroots workers to raise awareness on disease
The comprehensive strategy involves public awareness campaigns, the screening of 7 crore individuals aged 0-40 in affected tribal areas, and counselling. This collaborative effort will unite central ministries and state governments. Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally launched the mission on July 1 in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol district.
Dalits, OBCs and tribals getting due respect now; previous governments remembered them only during polls: PM Modi
The prime minister addressed a public programme at Dhana in Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh after performing 'bhoomi pujan' and laying the foundation stone for the construction of Rs 100 crore-worth temple-cum-memorial of social reformer and mystic poet Sant Ravidas at Badtuma village.
YouTuber in Bulandshahr receives Rs 2.6 crore income tax notice. Read why
Drawing an average monthly income of Rs 20,000 from his YouTube channel, Singh received the initial notice in October last year. Seeking counsel from a Chartered Accountant, he was taken aback to discover that his PAN card was linked to seven registered firms. These entities included one in Telangana, five in Delhi, and one in UP's Amroha. Curiously, Singh maintains that he has no knowledge whatsoever of these companies or how his PAN card could have been exploited without his consent.
ETPWLA 2023: Raising the curtain on the nominees for the Global Indian of the Year Award
Ahead of the Grand Finale of the ETPrime Women Leadership Awards (ETPWLA) 2023, the Economic Times is proud to shine the spotlight on the shortlisted nominees for the Global India of the Year Award. This category applauds Indian-origin women leaders who have achieved several historic firsts.
Govt to launch Ayushman Bhav prog to achieve 100% coverage of health schemes
The Union health ministry is planning to launch 'Ayushman Bhav' programme to ensure optimum delivery of all state-run health schemes to every intended beneficiary, including those in the last mile.Ayushman Apke Dwar 3.0, Ayushman Sabha, Ayushman Mela and Ayushman Gram are some of the activities planned under the programme
Delhi Police files charge sheet against Gangster Deepak Boxer in MCOCA
Delhi Police has filed a charge sheet against Deepak Boxer under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) for allegedly being a member of a crime syndicate of the Jitender alias Gogi gang. The charge sheet has been filed by the special cell of Delhi Police under MCOCA on July 13. Deepak Boxer was arrested on April 15, 2023, after being deported from Mexico, in connection with a case where 15 other accused are in custody and a charge sheet has already been filed.
Budget at a glance: What it means for taxpayers, economy and business
During her speech, FM Nirmala Sitharaman asserted that the Indian economy is on the right path and heading towards a bright future. Offering big boost to taxpayers and economy, Sitharaman announced major changes in tax slabs under the new tax regime and big hike in allocation for railways and capital expenditure.
Govt to provide sickle cell anaemia cards to tribals below 40
The screening is aimed at reducing the prevalence of the disease. The Union health ministry in collaboration with the tribal ministry and states has prepared a roadmap to screen around 7 crore people under the age of 40 in 200 districts with the most affected people. The screening will be done using the rapid "point of care" histological test for which a person will just have to give blood.
Mission to eliminate sickle cell anaemia By 2047: Finance Minister
The government also announced to establish 157 new nursing colleges will be in co-location with the existing 157 medical colleges established since 2014.
Health ministry's fight against sickle cell anaemia to follow Gujarat playbook
Prevalent among the tribal population in India, sickle cell disease is a genetic condition that affects haemoglobin -- responsible for carrying oxygen in the body-- in red blood cells. Anaemia, debilitating acute and chronic pain, infection, acute chest syndrome, stroke, and renal failure are among the problems it can lead to.
MH CET exam for PCM group starting tomorrow: Things you need to remember
MH CET conducts Common Entrance Test every year for subjects like LLB (3 years), LLB (5 years), PCM – Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics group and PCB – Physics, Chemistry and Biology Group. Qualified students in MHT CET 2021, are called for counselling, through which admission is granted in agriculture, engineering pharmacy, and LLB courses.
Do you need to get a personal cyber insurance policy?
As cyber crime surges after Covid-induced work from home, it may be time to secure your risks. Find out if you should pick an individual cyber cover.
PM Modi targets Congress over plight of tribals
Prime Minister Narendra Modi targeted the Congress for "ignoring" the welfare of tribals, adding efforts are underway to ensure the development of regions that remained backward during the "previous" regimes.
Pregnant women should be informed about benefits, risks and likely side-effects of vaccine: Govt
"The full impact of COVID-19 disease on pregnancy outcomes for mother and fetus as well as for newborn is still unclear. Therefore, pregnant women require special considerations and systematic reporting of adverse events following immunization (AEFI)," the guidance document said.
View: India’s ability to globally drive five sunrise sectors holds the key to its sustained growth
Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and later China focused on sunrise sectors, unleashed a wave of reforms and embraced innovation to grow on a sustained basis for long time periods. In India, the key to a disruptive transformation lies in five sunrise areas of growth.
Harkat-ul-Jihad al-Islami operative gets life term in 2007 Gorakhpur blasts case
The UP Police's Special Task Force arrested Qasmi and another suspected HuJI operative Khalid Mujahid of Jaunpur near Barabanki railway station on December 20, 2007, and allegedly seized 1.25 kg RDX, six detonators, three cell phones, and two SIM cards from them.
Swelling of hands & feet, fatigue, irritability: Everything you need to know about sickle cell disease
The symptoms aggravate due to dehydration, infection and hypoxia.
Supreme Court bench to hear pleas against Aadhaar today
The Centre had on December 7 told the apex court that the deadline for mandatory linking of Aadhaar would shortly be extended till March 31.
Supreme Court to hear tomorrow plea challenging validity of Aadhaar Act
They also objected to the CBSE's alleged move to make Aadhaar card mandatory for students appearing for examinations, a contention denied by the Centre.
Government will screen more than 5 crore tribal children for sickle cell trait
The government is using the summer vacation months to train aanganwadi and health workers to conduct the blood test.
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