New Regulations for Nurse Practitioner in Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing Program Introduced
The program, which adopts a clinical residency approach, emphasizes rigorous educational preparation to enable mental health/psychiatric nurse practitioners to diagnose, treat, and provide preventive care for patients with mental illnesses. Designed for registered B.Sc. nurses, the NPMH program equips participants with advanced nursing skills to deliver specialized care to individuals with mental health issues.
Drugs (Second Amendment) Rules, 2024 Fosters Changes in Drug Packaging
By the present amendment, where the number of tablets (coated or uncoated)/Capsules (hard or soft gelatin) is more than 10, the pack size of Tablets/Capsules shall contain multiples of 5 or 7. This adjustment is expected to provide manufacturers with more versatile options in packaging sizes. Notably, the drugs “Glyceryl Trinitrate” and “Isosorbide Dinitrate,” along with their corresponding entries, have been omitted from the schedule on pack sizes of drugs for retail sale.
Thrissur Medical College: Pioneering Healthcare Advancements in Kerala
Thrissur Medical College celebrates a momentous occasion with the commencement of construction projects worth 606.46 crores, marking a significant step forward in healthcare development.
Critical Care on Wheels: Unveiling BLS and ALS Ambulances in Goa
Under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative of Power grid WR-1, 6 Basic Life Support (BLS) and 2 Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulances will be inaugurated by the Health Minister, at Vanbhavan-Altino Panaji, Goa, on March 12, 2024, at 11:00 am.
Revamped Pharmaceuticals Technology Upgradation Assistance Scheme (RPTUAS)
This initiative seeks to upgrade the technological capabilities of the Indian pharmaceutical industry, aligning it with global standards. The revised guidelines aim to support the pharmaceutical industry’s upgradation to the Revised Schedule-M & WHO-GMP standards, thereby enhancing the quality and safety of pharmaceutical products manufactured in the country.
Policy on Transition of Care for Youth with Special Health Care Needs
Transition of Care involves a purposeful, planned process that addresses the medical, psychosocial, educational, and vocational needs of adolescents and young adults with chronic conditions as they transition from child-centered to adult-oriented healthcare systems. The goal is to ensure uninterrupted, high-quality healthcare services that support the individual’s development and potential throughout their transition to adulthood.
DGHS Cracksdown On Unapproved Drug Manufacturing
All manufacturers are directed to cease the production of Meropenem and Disodium EDTA for injection immediately. Additionally, the product permissions granted for these drugs will be canceled without delay.
Enhancing Healthcare Services in Kerala
The Chief Minister of Kerala will kickstart construction projects worth 606.46 crores and operational projects totaling 11.4 crores at Thrissur Medical College on March 12. The Health Minister will also be present at the event.
DCGI Cancels Upcoming Meetings with Stakeholders
The Central Drug Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has issued a public notice notifying the cancellation of stakeholder meetings with the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI). The CDSCO has stated that due to exigency of work and other official commitments, the meetings dated 7th, 12th and 14th March, 2024 stand cancelled.
MoHFW Enhances Stipends For Medical And Dental Interns In Central Government Institutions
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) has issued an office memorandum enhancing the stipends for medical and dental interns in central government institutions or hospitals. Both, MBBS and BDS Interns, will be given a stipend of Rs. 30,070 per month with effect from January 1, 2022.
