Annual Report - National Human Rights Commission

Annexure 8
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8. Urban Health care infrastructure should be expanded and PHC services should be made
available in all towns and cities. Emphasis should be given to slum dwellers.
9. Malaria is a major problem in the state. Special action plan to deal with malaria in the
north east states with emphasis on vector control and ecological measure along with
universal availability of anti malarial drugs.
Independent Social Monitoring and Redressal System
1. Apart from the above steps, a system of regular independent monitoring of the functioning
of the heath care system at all levels should be taken up.
2. An effective redressal mechanism at block, district and state levels for persons with
complaints regarding quality of health care and for those who have suffered denial of
health care in any form.
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Enactment of a State Public Health Act in each state, which would outline the mandatory
health care services which must be made available to the people as a right at various
levels of the public health system. This act would specify which services and standards
of care must be made available at the community, sub-centre, PHC, CHC, Sub- district
and District hospital levels.
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Enactment of a Clinical Establishments Regulation Act in each state to ensure
minimum standards, adherence to standard treatment guidelines and ceilings for costs
of essential medical services in the private sector. For example, the Bombay Nursing
Home Regulation Act 1949-Maharashtra, may be substantially modified and improved
to effectively regulate the quality of private medical services in the state.
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The clear and distinct regulatory act for private nursing homes should be made.
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Public hearing should be organized on a regular basis in all the North Eastern States
and in every district of Assam.
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Private practitioners should have a uniform and affordable rate to make medical
treatment accessible to all.
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