News Topic:J&K Health & Medical Education Department
Health
Over 40% referrals from peripheries to LD Hospital ingenuine: Dr Muzaffar Jan
Over 40% of referrals from rural hospitals to Kashmir’s premier maternity specialty Lalla Ded Hospital turn out ingenuine.
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Health
J-K to immunise 19 lakh children on March 3
Approximately 19 lakh children under the age of five are set to receive immunisation across Jammu and Kashmir on March 3, 2024 – the National Immunisation Day.
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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
Will act against doctors practicing privately during duty hours: Syed Abid Rasheed
Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, Administrative Secretary of H&ME Department, issued a stern warning against doctors practicing privately during duty hours.
J&K
Around 6,000 gazetted, non-gazetted posts vacant in J-K’s Health Department
There are around 6,000 gazetted and non-gazetted posts lying vacant in the Health Department in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
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Health
129 Health and Wellness centers set to open by March 24
Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said that the government is all set to make 129 Health and Wellness centers operational by March 24.
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J&K
J-K’s Tobacco Epidemic: Urgent measures taken to curb rising prevalence
Find out about the decline in tobacco smoking at public places in J&K and the comprehensive strategies being implemented to combat this pressing issue.
Health
Health department clears Rs 43 crore compensation for land owners of AIIMS Awantipora
Health and Medical Education department has released over Rs 43 crore funds for paying compensation to landowners whose land was acquired for AIIMS Awantipora.
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Shikhar Dhawan, Aakash Chopra call for more cricket opportunities in J&K
Shikhar Dhawan and Aakash Chopra backed more cricket opportunities in J&K, saying exposure, leagues and infrastructure could help local players progress.
India says UN maps must depict J&K, Ladakh as per official map
India said UN-initiated maps must depict Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh according to its official map, calling any incorrect or misleading representation unacceptable.
Pakistani LeT terrorist Yasir killed in Budgam, officials say
Security forces killed Pakistani national and LeT terrorist Yasir in Budgam’s Yusmarg during Operation Ashdar, officials said as searches continued for another suspect.
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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.