Government Issues Uniform Code to Regulate Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices
The Department of Pharmaceuticals has released the Uniform Code of Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices 2024, effective March 12, 2024, to curb unethical marketing and promote responsible pharmaceutical product promotion. The code focuses on regulating interactions between doctors/registered medical practitioners (RMPs) and pharmaceutical company representatives.
DGS Focuse On Health, Insurance, and Well-being of Seafarers
DGS addresses the welfare of Indian seafarers by focusing on health, insurance, and mental well-being, while gathering data for tailored support solutions.
Madhya Pradesh Registration of Births and Deaths Rules 2024
Govt of MP notified the MP Registration of Births and Deaths Rules 2024 under the powers conferred by Section 30 of the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969
CDSCO Publishes Not Of Standard Quality And Spurious Alert For December 2024
The NSQ drug list specifies a total of 84 drugs that were detected to be deficient by State Lab Drugs Control Laboratories. The NSQ drug list for central CDSCO laboratories specifies a total of 51 drugs that were detected to be deficient.
GPCB Simplifies Consent Process for Small Healthcare Units
GPCB issued the regulatory process for Non-Bedded Healthcare Units (HCU) and healthcare units with less than 30 beds that generate Biological Medical Waste.
Ministry of Finance Announces Amendments to NDPS Regulations
The Ministry of Finance issued the NDPS (Regulation of Controlled Substances) Amendment Order to amend the NDPS (Regulation of Controlled Substances) Order,2013
Classification of Industries Based On Pollution Potential
This revised classification will be used for various purposes, including consent management, inspection frequency, siting criteria, cluster development, pollution control plans, environmental compensation, and promoting progressive environmental management.
Improvements in India’s Public Health
India’s National Health Mission (NHM) has made substantial strides in improving public health outcomes over the past three years, focusing on expanding healthcare human resources, addressing critical health challenges, and strengthening the healthcare system’s response to emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic.
India’s Digital Health Revolution Gains Global Recognition
India’s healthcare system is undergoing a rapid digital transformation, driven by government initiatives and technological advancements. This transformation is gaining international attention, with the World Economic Forum (WEF) recently highlighting India’s potential to become a global leader in digital health.
Landmark Monograph “Pollution and Health” Launched
A new publication, “Pollution and Health,” addressing the far-reaching adverse effects of pollution on human health, has been launched by the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology. The monograph, edited by Prof. Dr. Vitull K. Gupta, Chief Editor and Chairman of the Association of Physicians of India (API), Malwa Branch, features contributions from 86 experts across India.
