Milestone in Public Health: Aam Aadmi Clinics revolutionizing healthcare in Punjab
Punjab E News: The Punjab government, under Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, is ensuring that quality healthcare services are accessible to all. With over 870 Aam Aadmi Clinics operating across the state, this initiative has brought affordable and efficient healthcare within reach for millions of residents.
Accessible Healthcare for All
The Aam Aadmi Clinics ensure that no resident of Punjab has to travel more than 3-4 kilometers to access medical care. These clinics, located in urban and rural areas, provide free consultations, 84 types of medicines, and over 40 diagnostic tests.
Key figures highlight the success of the initiative:
Nearly 2 crore people have benefited from the clinics in the last two years.
Each clinic attends to 60-70 patients daily, with women and elderly patients being the largest beneficiaries.
Strengthening Punjab’s Healthcare System
- Expansion of Clinics:
Punjab has established more than 500 Aam Aadmi Clinics in rural areas and 300 in urban centers, reducing the burden on government hospitals.
- Comprehensive Services:
Each clinic is staffed with a doctor, pharmacist, lab technician, and supporting personnel, providing high-quality services without consultation fees.
- Impact on Rural and Urban Areas:
The initiative has enhanced healthcare accessibility, allowing early detection and timely treatment of diseases while offering essential medicines at no cost.
Global Recognition
Punjab’s Aam Aadmi Clinic model has garnered international acclaim for its innovative and inclusive approach to healthcare. At the Global Health Supply Chain Summit in Nairobi, the initiative was praised as a benchmark for accessible healthcare. Delegates from over 40 countries expressed interest in replicating the model in their regions.
A Milestone in Public Health
The clinics have not only won the trust of the people of Punjab but have also positioned the state as a leader in healthcare innovation. CM Bhagwant Mann called this initiative a transformative step, stating that Aam Aadmi Clinics symbolize the government’s commitment to public welfare and quality healthcare for all.
With the overwhelming success of this program, Punjab is setting a new benchmark in accessible and equitable healthcare