Q77) The Union government launched a telemedicine initiative 'Sehat' in collaboration with Apollo Hospitals. Consider the following statements:
1) Under the initiative people will be able to consult doctors through video link and also order generic drugs
2) It is intended to provide healthcare facilities through telecom systems in developing countries.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect?
Only 2
Ans:77)(b)Expl. The Union government launched a telemedicine initiative 'Sehat' in collaboration with Apollo Hospitals to provide healthcare facilities in rural areas.
The initiative was launched by Union Communication and IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad at a function in
New Delhi.Under the initiative, people will be able to consult doctors through video link and also order generic drugs. It will also help in providing quality and affordable healthcare, is one of the emerging needs for citizens in rural areas.
The Common Service Centres (CSCs) have been delivering tele-consultation services with support from Apollo and Medanta Hospitals in some areas. These CSCs will also provide diagnostic services and promote sale of generic drugs through collaboration with Health Ministry by setting up Jan Aushadhi Stores