Kerala Expands eHealth Services to 653 Healthcare Institutions

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eHealth services have been launched in 653 healthcare institutions across the state, according to a statement from Health Minister Veena George.

As reported by The Hindu, the eHealth system is now operational in 17 departments of Government Medical College Hospitals, 22 district and general hospitals, 26 taluk hospitals, 36 community health centers, 487 family health centers, 50 urban family health centers, 10 specialty hospitals, two public health labs, and three other healthcare facilities.

To date, over 1.93 crore people have registered and created their Unique Health Identity (UHID) through eHealth. The system also enables online booking of OP tickets and outpatient clinic appointments, which has significantly helped manage crowds in hospitals, the statement added.

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