Healthcare

Thrissur serves as a major healthcare hub for central Kerala, offering a blend of modern allopathic medicine and traditional Ayurvedic care. Major hospitals include the **Government Medical College, Thrissur** (located in Mulankunnathukavu), **Jubilee Mission Medical College and Research Institute**, and the **Amala Institute of Medical Sciences**, which is well-regarded for its oncology department. Private multi-specialty facilities such as **Westfort Hospital**, **Elite Mission Hospital**, and **Daya General Hospital** provide comprehensive tertiary care. The city is also a prominent center for Ayurveda, home to renowned institutions like **Vaidyaratnam Oushadhasala** and its nursing home, which attracts patients globally for holistic treatments.