Kerala Govt Sets Up Committee to Curb Private Hospital Charges and Errors

The Kerala government has formed a committee to scrutinise the cost of treatments in private hospitals and to investigate medical errors. The panel will examine current fee structures and propose measures to make care more affordable for patients. It will also review incidents of negligence and recommend safeguards to improve patient safety. The move comes amid growing concerns over rising healthcare costs and reported lapses in private medical facilities. Officials say the committee will report its findings within the next few months.