Illegal Promotion And Offering Of Organ Trading
NOTTO has observed that certain websites and social media posts are promoting illegal organ trading. Therefore, it has urged all state authorities to take stringent steps to deal with such illegal activities. Illegal organ trading is a serious crime that can result in a fine of Rs. 20 lakhs to Rs. 1 crore and imprisonment for 5-10 years.
NMC Will No Longer Accept Compensatory Certificates For The Online Classes
To ensure patient safety and maintain high standards in medical care, the UGMEB has will no longer accept Compensation Certificates claiming offline training to compensate for online medical courses. FMGs who completed online coursework must follow the updated internship pathway.
Union Health Ministry Emphasizes Fire Safety in Hospitals
States and UTs must conduct routine assessments to identify potential fire hazards. They shall conduct regular fire drills to familiarize staff and patients with evacuation routes and safety protocols. Hospitals shall also implement fire safety plans.
Ayush Treatments Now Covered by Insurance
Experts propose a “flat rate” model considering longer treatment stays in Ayush compared to allopathic medicine. Additionally, categorizing treatments based on disease severity and patient health can optimize coverage. The Ministry of Ayush has formed a Core Group of Experts on Insurance to advise on insurance-related matters and create a white paper on the subject.
Delhi High Court Emphasizes Adherence To Timelines for Organ Transplantation
The Delhi High Court has passed an order establishing crucial guidelines for communication of deficiencies in documentation or any procedural
formalities. It has also stressed on adherence to timelines notified by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for processing transplant applications, verifying documents, and scheduling interviews.
Clarification Issued on Blood Center Licensing for Hospitals
CDSCO has clarified that “blood centers run by hospitals” means blood center located in the hospital premises. Applications for grant / renewal of license for blood center run by a hospital will be considered according to where such centre is located.
Updates On Use of Olaparib Tablets for Ovarian Cancer Treatment
The initially approved use of Olaparib for advanced ovarian cancer in patients with a gBRCA mutation and who have received three or more prior chemotherapy treatments is being withdrawn.
New Guidelines for Head of Department Appointments in Central Government Hospitals
These guidelines aim to create a more transparent and standardized selection process for HoDs. The emphasis on eligibility and qualifications aims to ensure qualified leadership for these departments.
CDSCO Publishes List Of Drugs Declared As Not Of Standard Quality And Spurious For April 2024
The spurious drug list specifies a total of 5 products/ drugs that were detected to be spurious in nature. The NSQ drug list specifies a total of 50 products/ drugs that were detected to be not of standard quality. Out of these 33 were reported from CDSCO/Central Laboratories and the remaining 17 were reported from state laboratories.
New Timelines Prescribed For Transplantation Authorisation Committees
The entire process, from application submission to the final decision, should ideally be completed within 6 to 8 weeks. Appeals against the authorization committee’s decisions must be addressed within 30 days, ideally within 7 days of receiving the appeal documents.
