152 posts sanctioned to strengthen family health centres
The Kerala Health Department has sanctioned 152 new posts across various districts to address staff shortages in family health centres. These positions include pharmacists, nursing officers, laboratory technicians, and medical officers, with appointments to be facilitated through the Public Service Commission.
Why it matters
This initiative aims to improve the quality and accessibility of primary healthcare services for the public in Kerala.
The Health department has sanctioned 152 posts across various districts to strengthen the functioning of family health centres (FHCs) in the State. The newly sanctioned posts include that of Pharmacist Grade II (60), Nursing Officer (47), Laboratory Technician Grade II (33) and Medical Officer (12).
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