CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam Scheme has been launched by Chief Minister Stalin in Coimbatore, Chennai, and 7 additional districts. Through 2023, the scheme will contribute to advancing the healthcare system. The primary goal of this program is to make health services available to all Tamil Nadu residents.

Detailed explanation-2: -With the help of the Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam Scheme, people who are above the age of 45 years will be screened and provided with medical facilities if found to be infected with non-communicable diseases like high blood pressure and diabetes.

Detailed explanation-3: -Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam or the doorstep healthcare scheme aims to not only provide required medications at the doorsteps of the citizens but also take medical services right to their homes.

Detailed explanation-4: -Under ‘makkalai thedi maruthuvam’ scheme, those diagnosed with diabetes or hypertension will undergo preliminary screening and consultation at the government primary health centre.