Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan on Monday released the 100-year timeline history of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and inaugurated a mobile stroke unit and a COVID Vaccine and Clinical Registry portal to be hosted by the research institute.
Dr. Balram Bhargava, Director General, ICMR, Dr. R. Hemalatha, Director, ICMR-NIN and other senior officials and scientists were also present.
While launching the Mobile Stroke Unit, the Minister said, “It is disheartening to see the susceptibility of people to heart disease and hypertension. Timely treatment can reduce fatality and prevent people from disability. In view of the large burden of stroke and absence of stroke care facilities in Assam, this initiative will go a long way in addressing the needs of the people in this area. The mobile unit, through tele-consultation ensures timely and appropriate treatment to people”.
He also lauded the healthcare personnel who are working selflessly to serve the people even at a time when the resources are limited due to Covid-19 pandemic.