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Bengaluru Homecare Undergoing Major Overhaul
4 Aug
Summary
- Mandatory training and certification for all caregivers will be implemented.
- Background checks and ID cards are now required for nurses and caregivers.
- Homecare agencies will be regulated and authorized by the state.
The Karnataka state government is implementing new regulations for homecare and nursing services to ensure patients receive adequately trained caregivers. A key change is the mandatory training and certification for all individuals working as caregivers. Additionally, background checks and official identification cards will be required for both nurses and caregivers operating within the state.
These measures also extend to regulating and authorizing the homecare agencies themselves. Health Minister UT Khader stated these steps are crucial for patient safety. However, some healthcare activists and caregivers suggest consulting frontline workers to better understand ground realities and address issues like stigma faced by those seeking care.
