Dynamite News Tripura: Meeting convened to push ABHA Card Enrolment
In a move to advance the National Digital Health Mission (NDHM), a crucial meeting was convened by Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC). Read further on Dynamite News:
Agartala (Tripura): In a move to advance the National Digital Health Mission (NDHM), a crucial meeting was convened by Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) with ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) workers to hasten the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) cards.
According to a formal release, the initiative is aimed at providing a unique health ID to every citizen, setting the stage for a transformation in the way healthcare services are accessed and delivered across the country.
During the discussion, the core issues included the current pace of ABHA card registrations and the hurdles in the way, such as misinformation, technical barriers, and a general lack of public awareness.
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The key points of discussion were the creation of 'Awareness Campaigns' and 'Supporting Systems.'
There was a consensus on the need for the development of robust campaigns to educate the public about the ABHA card's benefits, the release stated, adding that it will also aim to debunk myths and clarify the functionality and advantages of the card in improving healthcare access.
Supporting systems will facilitate smoother registrations through the medium of help desks.
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These help desks will be established at community centres to assist residents with the enrolment process, the release stated further, adding that it will also address technical issues, ensuring that no citizen is left behind due to the lack of support or knowledge.
This initiative not only aims to provide a seamless healthcare experience but also contributes to the broader state goal of enhancing public health infrastructure and outcomes.
By ensuring extensive enrollment, the ABHA card initiative hopes to foster a more integrated and responsive healthcare system for all citizens.