federal ministry of health

Center tightens hospital fire safety norms, enforces audits and evacuation plans

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Center tightens hospital fire safety norms, enforces audits and evacuation plans

NEW DELHI: In an effort to prevent deadly hospital fires, India’s health ministry has issued revised national guidelines requiring healthcare facilities to conduct stricter safety inspections, regular audits and clear evacuation protocols.The National Guidelines for Fire and Life Safety in Healthcare Facilities (2026) set out a comprehensive framework for how hospitals can prevent, detect, and … Read more

Government to screen all children for diabetes and provide free lifelong care under RBSK

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Government to screen all children for diabetes and provide free lifelong care under RBSK

New Delhi: In a major policy shift, the Center will now screen all children from birth to 18 years for diabetes and provide free lifelong treatment through the public health system, expanding its flagship program Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) to address the growing burden of diabetes among the younger age group.The guidance document, released … Read more

Digitization drives primary care: Center launches CHO app to enhance emergency response

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Digitization drives primary care: Center launches CHO app to enhance emergency response

A new mobile app for community health officers has been launched to facilitate last-mile healthcare and emergency response. The digital tool will enable real-time patient management, faster referrals and early identification of high-risk cases at Ayushmann Bharat Health Centre. The program is designed to streamline care delivery and improve coordination at the healthcare level. New … Read more