Unveiling of three initiatives

Source-This post on Unveiling of three initiatives has been created based on the article “three initiatives at the आयुष्मान भारत, गुणवत्त स्वास्थ्य event” published in “PIB” on 1 July 2024.

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Union Ministers of State for Health and Family Welfare has recently launched three initiatives at the आयुष्मान भारत, गुणवत्त स्वास्थ्य event today. These initiatives aim to enhance healthcare services and facilitate business operations in India.

1) Virtual Assessment for Ayushman Arogya Mandir

A) National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) were developed for various healthcare centres including District Hospitals, Community Health Centres, Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (Sub Centres) etc to ensure quality healthcare services.

B) The target is for all healthcare facilities to achieve full compliance with NQAS by 2026.

C) Online evaluations, including virtual tours and interactions, simplify the assessment process. Each facility undergoes a rigorous multi-level assessment conducted by MoHFW-certified National Quality Assurance Standard Assessors to attain quality certification.

2) IPHS Dashboard for Real-time monitoring of Public Health Facilities

A) The IPHS Dashboard is a digital platform for real-time monitoring of public health facilities.
It provides an overview of assessment and compliance status for District Hospitals, Sub-District Hospitals, Community Health Centers.Ayushman Arogya Mandirs etc.

B) The dashboard uses the Open Data Kit (ODK) for real-time data collection and analysis.
It assists health officials in quickly identifying gaps and making necessary improvements to uphold standards in infrastructure, equipment, and human resources.

C) The Ministry aims to ensure all healthcare institutions meet IPHS 2022 benchmarks for delivering high-quality health services.

3) Food Safety and Compliance System (FoSCoS)-

A) FoSCoS is an advanced IT platform across India for food safety regulation. It simplifies licensing and registration processes, enhancing user experience.

B) FoSCoS supports self-compliance with online return filings, hygiene ratings, and third-party audits. Integrated with other FSSAI IT platforms, it offers a comprehensive solution for food business operators.

C) FSSAI introduced instant issuance of licences and registrations for low-risk food businesses through digital verification.

D) Instant licences will be available for categories like wholesalers, retailers, transporters, and more, excluding high-risk foods such as milk, meat, and fish.

E) Petty food businesses like snack retailers and mobile vendors also qualify for instant registration under this initiative.

Read more-Food Safety Regulations in India

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