available and accessible . With the development of technology , access to diagnostic equipment has become easier and more affordable where results can also be generated without hassle .
Basis recent development on GST , the single taxation will boost local manufacturing sector . It will make products more accessible and affordable for the local market and boost the “ Make in India ” initiative .
Investment in diagnostic is relevant because it is giving new lease of life for patient treatment , reducing healthcare cost and contributing towards sustainable healthcare .
How much progress has been made in reaching out to the remote populations in India ?
There is a shortage of proper healthcare facilities available in rural areas . Government is taking relevant steps in identifying and addressing these issues and making healthcare available in rural India .
Policies like new health protection scheme for health cover up-to Rs 1 lakh per family , additional healthcare cover of Rs 30,000 to senior citizens , PM Jan Aushadhi Yojana , etc . have strengthened . Introduction of National Dialysis Service Programme is a good initiative towards solving the healthcare issues at the district level to reduce the cost of treatment under PPP model . Moreover , LPG connections in rural areas help in reducing the disease burden for women members due to Chula smoking .
Preventive healthcare has also seen a rise in rural areas ; however , a lot needs to be done . Listed approach may help to further strengthen prevention in rural India :
- Strengthening district hospitals for diagnosis and management of NCDs
- Government should make routine health check - up mandatory from the age of 25 years through healthcare programmes
Technology is helping people to think more intelligently about their lifestyle , exercise regime , diet and overall health . It is also interesting to know that the importance of prevention that is practice of early detection is being observed today not just in metros but tier 2-3 cities as well
- Need to create personal health records and encourage screening of diseases amongst the population
- Make it mandatory for schools and colleges for initiating health programmes for early screening , promoting positive health
What are the major factors that contribute in preventive healthcare ?
In India , healthcare sector is gradually moving from curative to preventive healthcare . With rising awareness levels , both in the urban and rural areas and increasing disposable incomes , the coming decade is expected to witness increased demand for preventive healthcare .
Globalization , rapid economic growth and population ageing are major drivers behind the NCD epidemic . Preventive healthcare and routine health checkups play an important role to control and reduce noncommunicable diseases .
There is a growing consciousness about health-related issues among people , giving a boost to preventive health check-ups in hospitals .
What contribution is Indus Health Plus making in this direction ? What is your vision ?
A two-fold vision to make preventive healthcare a way of life and to make quality healthcare ‘ Accessible , available and affordable ’, company dreams of bringing the concept of ‘ highend prevention ’ to every corner of India .
To work towards our vision , this year we will be offering multiple preventive and wellness solutions which will be focused not only on individuals but their families too . As the age for getting the lifestyle diseases is coming down rapidly , Indus has taken this cognizance and thus planning to come up with more advanced checkup solutions . We will be creating multiple preventive and wellness solutions which will be economical and suitable for families of all age groups . Moreover , we will also be launching finance options to cater to the needs of families and make prevention accessible and affordable to all .
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