BMC Plans Expanded Treatment and Faster NICU Tender

Mumbai’s civic health committee reviewed services at two city hospitals.

Officials discussed adding more chemotherapy and dialysis treatment.

They also talked about moving faster on a tender for a special unit for very sick newborns.

Doctors said the hospitals need more nurses and better facilities.

The quality and cleanliness of canteen food were also discussed.

Officials considered making it easier to get disability certificates.

They also discussed communication workshops for hospital staff.

The meeting included discussion of the HPV vaccination campaign, which helps protect against cervical cancer.

The chairman said efforts would be made to address important concerns.