Odisha

AIIMS Bhubaneswar Pilots Drone Delivery for Healthcare Services in Odisha January 25, 2024 The drones can carry up to 5kg and cover a distance of up to 160 km, making them suitable for healthcare accessibility in challenging terrains.

OYO Founder Ritesh Agarwal to Set Up 5 Healthcare Centers in Odisha December 19, 2023 These centres, operated by the healthtech startup Last Mile Care, will cover regions with limited access to healthcare facilities, focusing on bridging the healthcare services gap that affects marginalised populations.

Odisha to Invest INR3,388 Cr through Ama Hospital Scheme for Strengthening Public Health System November 16, 2023 This initiative will be implemented across all 1858 facilities in the State including DHH, SDH, CHC / UCHC PHC /UPHC level hospitals in a phased manner during a period of five years.

AIIMS Bhubaneswar Starts its First-Ever Travel Health Clinic November 15, 2023 Reportedly, the Health Clinic will also offer online health consultations. Additionally, AIIMS Bhubaneswar is planning to launch a travel health app to ensure healthcare seekers are prepared and protected against potential health risks during their international travels.

Odisha Govt to Procure 70 Ambulances for Smooth Patient Care & Transportation November 3, 2023 These newly introduced ambulances will serve multiple purposes, including the transportation of patients receiving treatment through the BSKY, transfer of patients to private hospitals, and deployment for use in correctional facilities, for VIPs, and at special events.

CM Naveen Patnaik Inaugurates Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre in Odisha October 4, 2023 The development of this cancer centre boosts cancer treatment and research in Odisha. It eliminates the need for cancer patients to travel to major metropolitan centres such as Mumbai, relieving them of financial burdens and emotional stress.