(a) whether any comprehensive survey has been conducted by the Government in Bihar for the national level health programme;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the amount proposed to be allocated for this purpose;
(c) whether the Government propose to publicise the success of these programme;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) if not, the reasons therefor?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE (SHRI A. RAJA)
(a)&(b): Yes, Sir. Modified leprosy elimination campaign was conducted in all the States including Bihar in 1999-2000. National Survey on Blindness is currently being conducted in 13 districts of the country, including Vishali in Bihar. HIV Sentinel Surveillance was conducted during 1998, 1999 and 2000 to assess the trend of HIV infection in the State. The National Family Health Surveys (NHFS-II) done during 1998-99 provides state level estimates of demographic and health parameters as well as data on various socio-economic factors that are critical for bringing about desired changes in demographic and health situation. Allocation of funds to the States for carrying out surveys for various health programmes are made taking into consideration their technical requirements.
(c) to(e): Information, Education and Communication (IEC) is an integral part of the health programmes for creating general awareness among the masses about the prevention and cure of various diseases. Success achieved and future plans of the programmes are widely publicised through various media.