Kerala mulls boosting stroke treatment network via hub-and-spoke model
The Kerala government is planning to implement a hub-and-spoke model to improve post-stroke treatment across state hospitals. Health officials noted an increase in stroke cases, particularly among the youth, and are calling for further clinical research.
Why it matters
Addressing the rise in post-pandemic health issues through structural medical reform is a critical public health priority.
The Kerala government is actively considering a proposal to strengthen the network of post-stroke treatment facilities across the State by equipping medical college hospitals and district general hospitals under a hub-and-spoke model, Health Minister K. Muraleedharan informed the Assembly on Wednesday. Replying to a calling attention motion moved by A.K.M. Asharaf, the Minister said that post-COVID-19 stroke cases are generally on the rise in the State. However, more clinical studies are required to establish the reasons behind the increase in stroke cases among the public, especially among the youth.
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