Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following is NOT included in the Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK)?
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Option 4 : Free treatment of sick infants up to 6 months
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Download Solution PDFCorrect Answer: Free treatment of sick infants up to 6 months
Rationale:
The Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK) was launched on 1st June 2011 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, to ensure completely free and cashless services to pregnant women and sick newborns in public health institutions.
Originally, the scheme included:
- Free and no-expense delivery, including caesarean section.
- Free drugs and consumables.
- Free diagnostics and blood transfusions where required.
- Free diet during hospital stay:
- 3 days for normal delivery
- 7 days for C-section
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Free transport:
- From home to health institution
- Between facilities in case of referral
- Drop back home after discharge
In 2014, the scheme was expanded to include:
- All antenatal and postnatal complications of pregnancy
- All sick newborns and infants (up to one year of age) seeking treatment at public health institutions