Timely Detection and Prevention Key to Combating Thalassemia
The Health Secretary advocated for including mandatory Thalassemia testing within the National Health Mission’s (NHM) existing reproductive and child health (RCH) programs. This approach, already adopted by some states, has the potential to significantly reduce disease prevalence.
National Symposium on Organ Donation and Transplantation
The symposium underlined the pressing need for a national policy while acknowledging the importance of local considerations and addressing issues like privacy and inequity. The emphasis remains on promoting public trust, professional procedures, and policy and procedural uniformity across the country.
Faster CGHS Claim Processing Timelines and Grievance Channels Introduced
The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) has announced revised timelines and procedures to streamline hospital bill processing for CGHS pensioners. Stricter timelines aim to expedite claim processing by hospitals and CGHS authorities. Delays in claim submission by hospitals can now be reviewed for potential approval depending on the duration of the delay.
Hospitals Urged to Improve Brain Stem Death Reporting to Boost Organ Donation
Hospitals shall submit information on organ donation in cases of Brain Stem Death (BSD) through the specified performa on regular monthly basis. Hospitals shall also display “Required Request Display Board” outside the ICUs, emergency or any other strategic location in the hospital.
Delhi Gears Up to Fight Mosquito-Borne Diseases
With the arrival of mosquito season, the Delhi Municipal Corporation has urged all institutions to take action against mosquito breeding grounds. Delhi Municipal Corporation (MCD) will take legal action against institutions that create mosquito breeding grounds.
Supreme Court Case Prompts Inquiry on Organ Transplant Advisory Committees
The MoHFW is seeking confirmation from each state government on whether they have constituted such a committee as per the Act and its associated rules (Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Rules, 2014). If a committee exists, the state is requested to share a copy of the notification establishing it.
Government Tightens Oversight on Organ Transplants for Foreigners
Hospitals performing transplants, whether from living or deceased donors, must register both the donor and recipient on the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO) website and obtain unique NOTTO IDs. This is crucial for deceased donor allocation and should be completed within 48 hours of transplant surgery for living donors.
Medical Colleges Must Report Intern and Resident Stipend Details
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has directed all medical colleges and healthcare institutions to submit details of stipends paid to interns and resident doctors. Details of Stipend paid to UG Interns,
PG residents and Senior Residents or PGs in Super Specialty must be submitted by Medical College / Medical Institutions by April 23, 2024.
Government Emphasizes Awareness and Collaboration For Management of Heatwaves
The Ministry informed that advisories emphasizing state compliance with the National Action Plan on Heat Related Illnesses were recently issued to Chief Secretaries. These plans detail essential medicine stockpiling, intravenous fluids, ice packs, ORS solutions, and public awareness campaigns. Additionally, the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has prepared a guide on recommended practices for both the general public and vulnerable individuals during summer months.
Extension In Deadline For Seeking NBEMS Accreditation
The NBEMS has extended the deadline for submission of applications seeking accreditation for DNB, DrNB, FNB, and Post MBBS Diploma. Initially set for March 15, 2024, the deadline for online application submission has been extended to April 30, 2024.
