GHAZIABAD, July 25, 2024 – The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of Ghaziabad announced that Health ATMs will now be installed in open areas to offer 24-hour testing facilities. This move aims to maximize the use of these machines and ensure continuous health services for the residents.
Health ATM Machine in Ghaziabad Offer 24-Hour Testing for 59 Health Tests
- Health ATMs will be moved outdoors for 24/7 access.
- They can conduct 59 different health tests.
- This initiative addresses the underuse of Health ATM machines.
Health ATMs Moved Outdoors for Accessibility
New Locations for Health ATMs
The Health ATMs will be placed at Community Health Centers (CHCs) in Loni, Muradnagar, Dasna, Bhojpur, and Modinagar. They will be moved from the blood bank of the district MMG hospital to the Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) wing.
CMO Dr. Akhilesh Mohan said, “Placing Health ATM machines in open areas will ensure they are used properly and provide continuous health services. They will now perform up to 59 different health tests, improving healthcare quality.”
- Blood pressure
- Weight and height
- Body temperature
- Oxygen level
- Body mass index (BMI)
- Dehydration
- Pulse rate
In the future, they will also test for dengue, malaria, chikungunya, typhoid, pregnancy, HIV, and ECGs.
This order has been welcomed by healthcare workers. Dr. Rakesh Kumar Singh, CMS of District MMG Hospital, said, “This change will greatly improve our ability to provide timely health diagnostics. With extra strips, we are ready to handle more patients.”
Moving Ghaziabad Health ATMs to outdoor locations and ensuring they operate 24/7 will significantly enhance healthcare access and efficiency. This change maximizes existing resources and ensures comprehensive health services are always available.
Residents are encouraged to use these Health ATMs for regular health check-ups. For more information, visit the Health Department Ghaziabad website.
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