Union Minister of State for Health Anupriya Patel confirmed that there are no shortages of essential anti-TB drugs like Rifampicin and Ethambutol in central and state warehouses
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Union Minister of State for Health Anupriya Patel confirmed that there are no shortages of essential anti-TB drugs like Rifampicin and Ethambutol in central and state warehouses.
Background
The National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) is implemented under the National Health Mission (NHM). A rate contract model is established for all drugs, including newer regimens, to ensure uninterrupted supply.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyNTEP: National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme implemented under the National Health Mission (NHM)
- FactRifampicin and Ethambutol are identified as essential anti-tuberculosis drugs
- FactRate contract model is used for all drugs including newer regimens to ensure supply
- FactSupply chain measures include real-time tracking of drug availability and regular stock verification
For Mains
Q. Discuss the logistical and structural measures required to achieve India's goal of tuberculosis elimination under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Supply chain resilience: Real-time tracking and rate contract models to prevent stock-outs of essential medicines
- Institutional synergy: Coordination between central and state warehouses under the National Health Mission framework
Keywords: National Health Mission · Rate Contract Model · Public Health Logistics · Drug Availability
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