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Himachal Boosts Healthcare: MRI, Mammography Upgrades Coming
17 Jul
Summary
- Four district hospitals in Himachal Pradesh will receive 1.5 Tesla MRI machines.
- Advanced diagnostic imaging equipment, including digital mammography, is being installed.
- Recruitment of doctors and paramedical staff is being expedited to improve services.
District hospitals in Himachal Pradesh are set to receive significant upgrades to their healthcare infrastructure. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced on Thursday that Kullu, Una, Bilaspur, and Solan are among eight district hospitals that will be equipped with 1.5 Tesla MRI machines. This initiative aims to deliver accessible and timely medical services closer to people's homes.
The state government is also enhancing specialized diagnostic services by installing advanced 3 Tesla MRI machines in its seven government medical colleges. Furthermore, digital Mammography machines will be installed at district hospitals in Nahan and Hamirpur, along with regional hospitals in Bilaspur and Solan, and the zonal hospital in Dharamshala.
In addition to imaging equipment, the procurement of 42 handheld X-ray machines is underway, with 14 already delivered. These machines will be deployed in remote areas for chest screening and early tuberculosis detection. The government is also prioritizing the recruitment of doctors, paramedical personnel, and technicians to improve healthcare delivery across the state.
