Arguably the greatest challenge faced by Chandigarh’s residents when it comes to their health, is alleviating the burden of anaemia. Arguably the greatest challenge faced by Chandigarh’s residents when it comes to their health, is alleviating the burden of anaemia. According to the last National Family Health Survey, 73 per cent children and 75 per cent women in the city are anaemic. After coming to power, the current government promoted AYUSH treatment in the country by setting up a separate AYUSH ministry and dedicating ample funds to work towards strengthening the practice of AYUSH in the country. Earlier in 2019, even PGIMER had announced its decision to start prescribing yoga asanas as treatment to its patients.

Source: Indian Express December 30, 2019 00:22 UTC