Tamil Nadu to implement ‘Patient-Attendant Tag’ system following doctor assault
In an effort to improve safety at healthcare facilities, the Tamil Nadu government has announced the introduction of a new ‘Patient-Attendant Tag’ system. This decision comes in the wake of recent incidents where healthcare workers, particularly doctors, have been assaulted by patients’ relatives.
The new system, which will be rolled out in state-run hospitals, mandates that each patient and their attendant wear a clearly visible tag. The tag will serve as a form of identification, helping hospital staff quickly identify authorized persons within medical premises. The initiative aims to reduce incidents of violence and ensure the safety of healthcare professionals who often work under stressful conditions.
The announcement follows a growing concern over the increasing number of attacks on medical personnel, a trend that has alarmed both the public and healthcare professionals. Reports of doctors being targeted by agitated relatives of patients, particularly during emergencies or critical situations, have raised serious concerns about the lack of safety in hospitals.
By implementing this tag system, the state government intends to ensure a secure environment for both patients and medical staff. Officials have stated that the tags will also help manage crowd control and improve the overall efficiency of hospital operations.
The Tamil Nadu government’s decision is seen as astep in addressing the safety concerns of doctors and other healthcare workers, who have long been calling for more protective measures in the face of rising violence in medical institutions.