Directorate General of Health Services
Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS)
The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) is an integral part of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in India. It is responsible for providing technical advice on all medical and public health matters and implementing various health programs in the country.
History[edit | edit source]
The DGHS was established to oversee the health services in India and ensure the implementation of health policies and programs. It has played a crucial role in the development and expansion of health services across the nation.
Functions[edit | edit source]
The primary functions of the DGHS include:
- Formulating and implementing national health policies and programs.
- Providing technical advice to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
- Coordinating with state health departments and other health-related organizations.
- Monitoring and evaluating health programs and initiatives.
- Conducting research and surveys on health-related issues.
Structure[edit | edit source]
The DGHS is headed by the Director General of Health Services, who is supported by various additional directors, deputy directors, and other officials. The organization is divided into several divisions, each focusing on specific areas of health services, such as:
Key Programs[edit | edit source]
The DGHS is involved in the implementation of several key health programs, including:
- National Health Mission
- Revised National Tuberculosis Control Program
- National AIDS Control Program
- Universal Immunization Program
- National Vector Borne Disease Control Program
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (India)
- Public Health
- Medical Education
- Health Research
- Family Welfare
- Disease Control
- National Health Mission
- Revised National Tuberculosis Control Program
- National AIDS Control Program
- Universal Immunization Program
- National Vector Borne Disease Control Program
See Also[edit | edit source]
- World Health Organization
- Indian Council of Medical Research
- National Institute of Health and Family Welfare
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
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