Initiatives to Advance Mental Healthcare Nationwide
Under the District Mental Health Programme (DMHP) essential mental health services are made available at the Community Health Centre (CHC) and Primary Health Centre (PHC) levels. These services encompass outpatient care, assessment, counseling, psycho-social interventions, continuing care and support for individuals with severe mental disorders, drug provisions, outreach services, ambulance services, and a 10-bedded in-patient facility at the district level.
Cough Syrup Manufacturers To Ensure Use of Quality Excipients
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has issued an advisory to all cough syrup manufacturers to ensure the use of quality excipients in the manufacture of cough syrups. This advisory was issued on December 5, 2023.
Indian Nursing Council (Post Basic Diploma in Paediatric Specialty Nursing – Residency Program) Regulations, 2023
It further aims to prepare technically qualified and competent specialist nurses who will function efficiently and optimally at Paediatric care units of tertiary/quaternary hospitals by maintaining high quality and standards of care.
Updated List of Laboratories for Performance Evaluation of IVDs
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has published its updated list of laboratories for performance evaluation of IVDs. Through this notification the CDSCO has published the names of testing facilities that will be permitted to carry out performance evaluation of various categories of In – Vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices.
Empowering Transgender Health Under PM-JAY
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW) has issued an update on Access to Healthcare Services for Transgender Community. As per the release, the Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (PM-JAY) has authorized a total of 761 hospital admissions, amounting to Rs. 1.12 Crores, exclusively for transgender beneficiaries.
World AIDS Day Commemorated in Assam
The event witnessed the release and launch of various documents, including the SANKALAK report, India HIV Estimates 2022, NACO Calendar 2024, National Communication Strategy, Laboratory Technical Guidelines on Early Infant Diagnosis, Prevention Progress Update 2022-23, and a Research Compendium.
Guidelines regarding National Tuberculosis Elimination Program for the ESI Hospitals
The guidelines for the ESIC Hospitals for integrating with the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme are issued for wide circulation and adherence.
Tele-MANAS Cell Inaugurated at Armed Forces Medical College, Pune
The operational environment, cultural challenges, and specific stressors related to regional conflicts necessitate a specialized approach to mental health care services in the Armed Forces. In light of this, the Tele-MANAS Cell at the Armed Forces Medical College will address the psychological well-being of armed forces personnel and their families.
Centre Withholds National Health Mission Funds for West Bengal
The Centre has taken punitive actions in response to West Bengal choosing blue and white for the building colors, and the title “Susasthya Kendra” in the regional language alongside “Health & Wellness Centre” in English in contravention to the branding guidelines for AB-HWCs. The Centre has also raised concerns over West Bengal’s lack of participation in key government consultations and programs.
Global Ayurveda Festival to be organized in Thiruvananthapuram from 1st to 5th December
The fair is being organized along with the Global Ayurveda Festival and Arogya Expo. The Ayush Minister urged the practitioners and stakeholders in the Ayush sector to embrace the spirit of innovation and collaboration and assured that the government will also facilitate those willing to invest in other countries in the Ayush Sector. He said that developing entrepreneurship in Ayush Sector is a priority area identified by the government of India and there is huge potential and scope for young entrepreneurs to establish startups in Ayush Sector.
