India Combats Antibiotic Resistance with National Action Plan
The use of antimicrobials has grown manifold in the recent years. Easy access of antimicrobials and the haste to start them in any suspected infective aetiology is primarily responsible of their misuse, and in turn lead to increased anti-microbial resistance (AMR). Identification of the clinical problem and making a differential diagnosis at the bed side will help in deciding of whether to start or not to start any antimicrobial.
Karnataka Government Amends Compulsory Service Rules For Medical Graduates
The amendments include adding definitions for exemption and salary, establishing a Grievance Committee, detailing the process for assigning candidates to compulsory service, prioritizing candidates during counseling, and outlining computerized counseling procedures. The Competent Authority may grant permission for higher studies upon submitting an affidavit committing to the remaining part of compulsory service.
Chhattisgarh Government Amends Chhattisgarh (AYUSH) Service Recruitment Rules, 2022
The Chhattisgarh government has amended the Chhattisgarh Health and Family Welfare and Medical Education Department’s Service Recruitment Rules, 2022, to include the recruitment of District AYUSH Officers with a pay scale of 67300 213100 (Level-13). The changes require 80% Ayurveda Medical Officers, 15% Homoeopathy Medical Officers, and 5% Unani Medical Officers. Educational qualifications include a graduate degree, internship, and five years of working experience in government institutions.
Karnataka Government Mandates Public Display Of KPME Registration And Establishment Details
All Private medical establishments registered under the Karnataka Private Medical Establishment Act, 2007 must prominently display their owners/ managers names, KPME registration certificate, and system of medicine practiced for public information. If any private medical establishment fails to comply with these instruction, the DH&FWOs are directed to initiate statutory action against such establishments.
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.
Kerala Govt Endorsed: Infection Control Certification
Are you a medical professional seeking to deepen your knowledge and skills in infection prevention and control? Look no further! The SRC Community College, under the State Resource Centre in Kerala, is offering a Certificate Program in Hospital Infection Prevention and Control.
NPPA Calls For Data On Essential IV Fluids In India
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has issued an office memorandum regarding data submission of Price To Retailer (PTR) and Moving Annual Turnover (MAT) values for October 2023 for each specified IV fluid formulation. The information must be submitted by June 15, 2024.
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.
NPPA Updates Data Requirements for Fixing Drug Prices in India
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has issued a new office memorandum regarding data submission of Price To Retailer (PTR) and Moving Annual Turnover (MAT) values for October 2023. The information must be submitted within 10 days of this notice, i.e. by June 15, 2024.
BIS Issues Standards On Sanitary Appliances, Plywood, Health Care Products and Mechanical Equipment
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has issued revised certain standards on Sanitary Appliances and Mechanical Equipment. Additionally, BIS has introduced amendments to the standard of Methods of Test for Plywood and standard for Sterilization of Health Care Products. These notifications were published on May 30 and June 4, 2024.
