HEALTHJun 23 · 09:25 UTCTHE HINDU NATIONAL

Triumph of medicos in Telangana polls sparks calls for doctor-led Health Department

In Telangana, 15 doctors were elected as MLAs, prompting calls for a doctor-led Health Department. Medical associations argue that a doctor serving as Health Minister would provide better insights into patient care, hospital management, and medical intricacies.

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