News Topic:Directorate of Health Services Kashmir
News & Interviews
Neglected PHC in Pulwama prompts local action, authorities respond
In Arihal village of Pulwama district, a Primary Health Centre building completed in 2016 by the J&K Housing Board stands abandoned, stirring frustration among residents.
Health
Vacant CMO positions raise healthcare concerns in Srinagar and Pulwama
The key positions of Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) are lying vacant in the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir, Srinagar and Pulwama district of South Kashmir.
KNO -
Health
DHSK cracks down on unethical medical testing practices by private labs
The Directorate of Health Services Kashmir (DHSK) has launched a multifaceted campaign to combat unethical practices associated with private medical testing.
Health
Govt to probe alleged financial irregularities in Health Department
Pankaj Gupta has been appointed as the inquiry officer to investigate financial irregularities in the Health Services Department of Jammu and Kashmir.
KNS -
Health
Mass medications continue in J-K hospitals
Despite the government claims that Prescription Audit Committees are in place in J&K, most of the Jammu and Kashmir hospitals continue to witness mass medications.
KNO -
Health
Doctor-private clinic nexus active in J-K, allege patients
Doctors in several hospitals of Jammu and Kashmir aren't prescribing generic medicines to patients available at the hospital.
KNO -
Health
Allowing doctors, specialists to take night-off against set norms: DHSK
The Directorate of Health Services Kashmir said that some hospital administrators are allowing specialists and doctors to take night-off which is against norms.
KNO -
Health
HFMD outbreak: Ready to tackle any situation, says Director Health
Director Health Services Kashmir Mushtaq Ahmad Rather said that there is nothing to worry about and the viral infection is common and does not need any treatment.
KNO -
Latest news
Why Mental Health Apps Encourage Those Who Feel ‘I Have No One to Talk To’ to Reach Out
In a world where many feel isolated, mental health apps are emerging as a beacon of hope for those who think "I Have No One To Talk To."
480 Medical Officer posts refered to JKPSC, 335 appointed: Sakina Itoo
J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo told the Assembly that 480 Medical Officer posts were referred to JKPSC, with 416 recommendations and 335 appointments.
J&K govt cites 53,972 vacancies, reviews regularisation of temporary workers
J&K government told the Assembly that 53,972 posts are vacant while a high-level panel examines regularisation of casual, seasonal and temporary workers.
Must read
Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion
The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.
J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks
To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.