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.
Pharmacy Council of India Designated as Aadhaar Authentication Authority
PCI can utilize Aadhaar authentication to verify the identities of officials, faculty, and students accessing its portal. The PCI can also employ Aadhaar authentication for capturing attendance of faculty members. This can be achieved through biometric verification using Yes/No responses or/and e-KYC authentication facilities.
Draft Rules on Reports and Statements of the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission
These rules aim to enhance transparency, accountability, and the overall efficiency of the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission, ensuring a robust system of reporting and governance within the healthcare regulatory framework.
AIIMS Bhopal Declared as a Centre of Excellence for Rare Diseases
This designation is in accordance with the National Policy for Rare Diseases (NPRD), 2021. AIIMS Bhopal will now function as a premier government tertiary hospital. It will be equipped with state-of-the-art facilities dedicated to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of rare diseases.
Webinar on Use of Inhalers in Asthma
This webinar is scheduled to take place on November 28, 2023 at 4pm. The seminar will be conducted by Dr. Madu Mahan. This will be the 71st webinar in an ongoing series being conducted by the CGHS.
Revisions in Ratio of MBBS Seats Deferred for Another Year
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW) is re-examining the ratio of 100 MBBS seats for 10 lakh population in that state/ U.T. Hence, NMC has decided that this ratio shall be deferred until the academic year 2025-26.
Union Health Minister addresses Gender Discrimination in India
The Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, chaired the 29th meeting of the Central Supervisory Board (CSB). The central focus of the meeting was the concerning decline in the Child Sex Ratio (CSR) and Sex Ratio at Birth (SRB) in the country, highlighting the ongoing battle against sex-based discrimination and its consequences, including sex selection and pre-birth elimination.
Revised Schedule for Online Counseling for Round-4 & Stray Vacancy Round of BDS & B.Sc. Nursing
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) has issued the revised Schedule for Online Counseling for Round-4 & Stray Vacancy Round of BDS & B.Sc. Nursing. This notice was issued on 14th October, 2023. Furthermore, the last date for admission to BDS and B.Sc. Nursing Courses has been fixed as 31st October, 2023 for the academic year 2023.
MoHFW concludes Intensified Mission Indradhanush 5.0, Expanding Immunization Efforts Nationwide
To ensure the campaign’s success, National Monitors conducted Preparedness Assessments from July 19 to July 23, 2023, in 154 high-priority districts spanning 27 States and UTs. Their findings and recommendations were subsequently shared with all the States and UTs involved.
CDSCO permits applicants of Class C & D Medical Device Licences to continue Operations
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has issued a circular clarifying that an existing manufacturer or importer of Class C or Class D medical devices can continue to import/ manufacture these devices till 12th April, 2024. This circular has been issued with the view to limit the disruption to business continuity.
