SHIMLA, Himachal Pradesh, July 29 -- The Department of Information and Public Relations, Himachal Pradesh issued the following press release:
A coordination meeting was here today between the National Health Mission (NHM) and the Himachal Pradesh State AIDS Control Society (HPSACS) with the objective of eliminating the vertical transmission of HIV and syphilis. The primary aim of the meeting was to further strengthen coordination between the two departments to ensure early identification and effective management of HIV and syphilis amongst expectant women. The meeting was chaired by Pradeep Kumar, Mission Director, NHM.
Emphasis was laid on ensuring regular screening of all pregnant women, especially at health institutions besides develop...