T.N. government to launch health insurance for the elderly
Another key announcement is the planned replacement of the 87-year-old Tamil Nadu Public Health Act, 1939, with a modern, comprehensive Act to address contemporary and future health challenges
The Tamil Nadu government plans to launch the ‘Chief Minister’s Elderly Health Insurance Scheme’ to provide free medical treatment to nearly 38 lakh senior citizens aged 70 and above. The scheme will cover advanced cancer care, cardiac surgeries, organ transplants, and high-end diagnostic services at empanelled hospitals, regardless of the income.
Health Minister K.G. Arunraj announced 115 initiatives for the Health Department, with an estimated total outlay of ₹2,997 crore. This includes policy reforms, universal free health services, new posts, infrastructure projects, and digital health initiatives. The existing 87-year-old Tamil Nadu Public Health Act will be replaced with a new comprehensive Act.
The government aims to establish 'TN Medicity,' a world-class integrated medical hub, and introduce a 'Nalam 360-Annual Free Health Check-up for All' scheme. The department will also offer Home Based Diagnostic Services and create a 'Positive Health Policy' accompanied by a mobile application. A new legislation, the 'TN Institutions of State Importance in Health Care Act,' will come into force to create world-class medical institutions.
Additionally, the government plans to create 2,500 permanent staff nurse posts and 3,594 medical staff posts across various categories.
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