T.N. govt. to expand Master Health Check-up to district hospitals: Minister Arunraj
The Tamil Nadu government plans to expand its Master Health Check-up services to major district hospitals to promote preventive healthcare. This initiative aligns with a broader focus on healthy ageing and managing the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases like diabetes.
Why it matters
Expanding preventive health infrastructure is a key strategy for reducing the long-term burden of chronic diseases on the public healthcare system.
The Tamil Nadu government plans to expand its Master Health Check-up service to government hospitals in districts such as Madurai and Coimbatore, Health Minister K.G. Arunraj said on Thursday (July 16, 2026).
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