Non-communicable Diseases · NEET PG Preparation Community Medicine (PSM)
According to the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS) in India, opportunist…
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According to the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS) in India, opportunistic screening for common NCDs (hypertension, diabetes, and common cancers) is recommended at which of the following health facility levels?
- A.Sub-centre level only
- B.Community Health Centre (CHC) and District Hospital level only
- C.Primary Health Centre (PHC), CHC, and District Hospital level (Health and Wellness Centres)Correct answer
- D.Medical College hospitals only
Solution
Under NPCDCS and Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres (HWCs), opportunistic screening for NCDs starts at the primary care level (Sub-centres / HWCs and PHCs) and extends to CHCs and District Hospitals.
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