Tamil Nadu has taken several steps to eliminate chronic ailments with a focus on early detection and treatment. The state government has implemented several initiatives, including door-to-door screening and medical camps, to identify and treat chronic diseases at the grassroots level.

• Door-to-door screening: Under this initiative, health workers visit households to identify people with chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and kidney disease. Those identified are offered diagnostic tests, medication and counselling as required.
• Mobile medical camps: Several mobile medical camps are being conducted in remote and tribal areas to provide healthcare services to those who do not have access to healthcare facilities.
• Creating awareness: The government is creating awareness among people about the importance of early detection and treatment of chronic diseases through various campaigns. They are also conducting workshops and seminars for healthcare professionals to improve their knowledge and expertise in managing chronic diseases.
• Expansion of telemedicine: The government is expanding telemedicine services to provide remote consultations and follow-up care for patients with chronic conditions.
• Development of chronic care centers: Chronic care centers have been set up at district hospitals to provide comprehensive care and management of chronic diseases.

These initiatives have helped Tamil Nadu to identify and treat chronic diseases at an early stage, thereby reducing the burden of chronic diseases on individuals, families and the healthcare system.