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Hospitals in India install health information kiosks

January 23, 2018

The Health Department in Chandigarh, India, has begun installing health information kiosks, according to The Tribune. The information is in English, although state specific changes could be made, according to Dr. G. Dewan, director of Health UT.

The National Health Mission, in collaboration with the Centre of Health Institute, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, have undertaken the project. Information kiosks have been installed at the Mani Majra Civil Hospital, GMSH-16, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research and GMCH 32.

The kiosks will allow people to find reliable and relevant health information such as signs, symptoms and preventive measures. People will also be able to learn about the latest government health initiatives. Dewan said once a person has registered, they will receive health alerts.