Under the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS), at which level are NCD clinics operationalized for treatment and follow-up?
- A Community Health Centre (CHC) ✓
- B Sub-centre
- C Primary Health Centre (PHC)
- D Sub-Health Centre with ANM
Correct answer: A. Community Health Centre (CHC)
Explanation
NPCDCS establishes NCD clinics at CHC level for outpatient diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of common NCDs (hypertension, diabetes, CVD, stroke, cancers). Health and Wellness Centres (HWCs/AB-HWC) at the sub-centre and PHC levels perform opportunistic NCD screening and first-point identification. Confirmed cases requiring medication and monitoring are referred to CHC NCD clinics.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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