Visakhapatnam, April 12 -- Andhra Pradesh Health and Family Welfare Minister Satya Kumar Yadav on Sunday inaugurated an Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) machine at the Government Chest and Communicable Diseases Hospital in Visakhapatnam.

Speaking on the occasion , the Minister said the advanced equipment, the first of its kind in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, will significantly enhance diagnostic capabilities and improve treatment for patients suffering from lung-related ailments.

Highlighting the government's focus on strengthening public healthcare, he said efforts are being made to provide corporate-level medical services to common people through government hospitals.

He noted a significant rise in patient footfall over the past two ye...