State Government Boosts Health Coverage to ₹1.60 Lakh Amid GBS Surge

The state government has raised health coverage to ₹1.60 lakh for GBS patients, doubling the previous limit due to rising cases

State Government Boosts Health Coverage to ₹1.60 Lakh Amid GBS Surge
State Government Boosts Health Coverage to ₹1.60 Lakh Amid GBS Surge

Pune: The state government just announced a significant increase in health coverage for patients with Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS). They’ve raised the limit to ₹1.60 lakh, which is double what it was before. This change comes as the district sees a spike in GBS cases.

So far, Pune has reported around 82 suspected cases of GBS. Many of these patients are facing serious complications, like pneumonia, and some are even on ventilators. The government realized that the previous coverage wasn’t enough, especially with the rising number of cases.

During a recent meeting, officials discussed the need to enhance the treatment package under the Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan Arogya Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana. They decided that the coverage needed to be increased to better support these patients.

Annasaheb Chavan, who oversees the health schemes, mentioned that they’ve revised the package after consulting with medical officers. He emphasized that all necessary treatments for GBS should be covered, and if any additional treatments are needed, they should be communicated to the office for further adjustments. It’s a positive step for those affected, ensuring they get the care they need during this challenging time.

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