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January 24, 2025 at 08:37 AM
🩺 National Health Mission (NHM): Transforming Public Health in India
📊 Achievements of NHM:
✅ Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) reduced by 83% since 1990, surpassing the global decline of 45%.
✅ Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) dropped from 39 in 2014 to 28 in 2020.
✅ Total Fertility Rate (TFR) decreased from 2.3 (2015) to 2.0 (2020), aiding SDG targets for maternal and child health.
💼 Human Resources Expansion:
✅ FY 2021-22: Engaged 2.69 lakh healthcare workers, including AYUSH doctors, specialists, and staff nurses.
✅ FY 2022-23: Added 4.21 lakh healthcare workers, including 1.29 lakh Community Health Officers (CHOs).
✅ FY 2023-24: Engaged 5.23 lakh workers, bolstering India’s healthcare infrastructure.
🛡️ Health Impact:
✅ Improved management of tuberculosis, sickle cell anemia, and other diseases.
✅ Strengthened response to health emergencies and expanded access to healthcare across rural and urban regions.
🌍 Global Recognition:
NHM positions India as a leader in achieving the UN SDG targets for maternal, child, and infant mortality by 2030.
A game-changer for India’s public health system! 🌟
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