Odisha launches air health services to remote districts
The Hindu
Specialist doctors will be flown to address the needs of people
As quality health service remains a far cry in the remote districts in Odisha, the State government on Monday launched air health service to fly specialists to four districts to address the needs of people.
The service inaugurated by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik would be available in Nabarangpur, Nuapada, Kalahandi and Malkangiri.
“Specialist doctors of medical colleges and corporate hospitals would fly down to the four districts on pre-scheduled dates. People can avail themselves of their services in respect of kidney ailments, cardio complications and neurological problems,” said the State government.

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