RCH
RCH, which stands for Reproductive and Child Health, plays a significant role in districts to improve the health and well-being of women and children. It focuses on providing a comprehensive range of healthcare services and interventions throughout the reproductive and child health continuum. Here are the main roles and responsibilities of RCH in the district:
Maternal Health Services: RCH ensures the provision of quality maternal healthcare services in the district. This includes antenatal care, skilled attendance at childbirth, postnatal care, and management of obstetric complications. RCH promotes safe motherhood practices, facilitates access to maternal health services, and supports the training of healthcare providers in maternal care.
Family Planning: RCH programs in the district promote family planning services and educate individuals and families about various contraceptive methods. They aim to empower women with knowledge and choices regarding family planning, including counseling on contraceptive options, ensuring the availability of contraceptives, and promoting responsible parenthood.
Child Health Services: RCH focuses on the health and well-being of children in the district. It ensures access to immunization services, growth monitoring, nutrition support, and treatment of common childhood illnesses. RCH programs also promote exclusive breastfeeding, complementary feeding, and prevention and management of childhood diseases.
Adolescent Health: RCH addresses the specific health needs of adolescents in the district. It provides information and services related to sexual and reproductive health, including counseling on contraception, prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), menstrual hygiene, and awareness of adolescent-friendly health services.
Prevention and Management of Reproductive Health Issues: RCH programs in the district work towards preventing and managing reproductive health issues such as sexually transmitted infections, HIV/AIDS, infertility, and reproductive cancers. They promote awareness, prevention, and early detection of these conditions through education, counseling, screening programs, and access to appropriate healthcare services.
Health Education and Behavior Change: RCH plays a crucial role in health education and behavior change communication. It conducts awareness campaigns, community mobilization programs, and health education sessions to promote healthy behaviors related to reproductive and child health. This includes promoting the importance of antenatal care, institutional deliveries, breastfeeding, immunization, and proper hygiene practices.
Monitoring and Evaluation: RCH programs in the district monitor the implementation and impact of various interventions and services. They collect data, conduct surveys, and evaluate program outcomes to assess the effectiveness of RCH initiatives. This helps in identifying gaps, making necessary improvements, and ensuring the quality and accountability of RCH services.
The main goal of RCH in the district is to reduce maternal and child mortality, improve reproductive health outcomes, and promote the overall health and well-being of women, children, and adolescents.
Contact Person: Dr. Lalbiaksangi Rawihte, DRCHO
Ph: 9862013828
