Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced home blood test and ECG services to help senior citizens and patients who find it difficult to visit hospitals. This decision focuses on comfort, quick diagnosis, and easy access to basic medical care at home.
Under the new scheme, medical teams will visit homes to collect blood samples and perform ECG tests. In addition, they will check blood pressure and provide basic health support. As a result, elderly people, chronically ill patients, and those with mobility issues will no longer need frequent hospital visits.
Moreover, the chief minister said the government wants healthcare to reach people directly. He explained that long travel and crowded hospitals often delay treatment. Therefore, doorstep services will help detect health problems early and reduce stress for families.
Health department officials will roll out the programme in stages. First, they will cover patients who need regular medical monitoring. Then, the service will expand to more areas across the state. The government will also ensure timely reports and proper follow-up care.
With home blood test and ECG services, Bihar aims to build a people-friendly health system. Overall, this step is expected to improve healthcare access and strengthen preventive care.
