WHO to Include Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani Morbidity Codes
The ICD series by WHO serves as a global standard for classifying diseases, providing a common language for health information. While the existing data primarily reflects modern biomedical practices, the upcoming ICD 11 TM Module 2 aims to incorporate data and terminology from Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani (ASU) systems, bringing global uniformity to the classification of traditional medicine.
SMART 2.0 Launched For Ayurveda Teaching Professionals
SMART 2.0 is an acronym for ‘Scope for Mainstreaming Ayurveda Research among Teaching professionals.’ It aims to facilitate robust clinical studies in priority areas of Ayurveda through collaboration with academic institutions and hospitals nationwide. Academic institutions interested in participating in collaborative research activities can submit their ‘Expression of Interest’.
MedTech Mitra Launched To Empower Innovators in Healthcare
Acknowledging the import dependency of India’s MedTech sector, which stands at 80%, the Minister underscored the progress made through production-linked incentive schemes, investments in medical drug parks, and the implementation of the MedTech research policy and incentive scheme. The collaborative initiative of ‘MedTech Mitra’ is expected to drive indigenous development, making quality MedTech devices more affordable and reducing import dependence.
Directives on Healthcare Professionals’ Involvement in E-Cigarette and HTP Research
The directive emphasizes that healthcare professionals associated with the NMC and IMA should refrain from initiating or participating in any research activities related to e-cigarettes and HTPs without obtaining the necessary approvals from the Directorate General of Health Services (Dte.GHS) and MoHFW.
New Regulations Set Standards for Medical Research in Indian System of Medicine
These regulations aim to ensure the highest standards in conducting medical research within the Indian System of Medicine, promoting ethical practices, transparency, and scientific rigor. Researchers and stakeholders are expected to adhere to these guidelines for the advancement of research in the field.
NMC Calls for Expertise in Developing Specialized Medical Library
The success of this initiative relies on the collaborative efforts of experts in the field, and the NMC is confident that their commitment and knowledge will contribute significantly to the establishment of a world-class resource for medical education and research.
India and Netherlands Collaborate on Medical Product Regulation
India and Netherlands have formalized their commitment to enhance medical product regulation and elevate the quality of healthcare services through a Memorandum of Intent (MoI). The collaboration aims to foster cooperation in pharmaceutical and medical technology industries, a significant stride towards global health goals.
Govt. of Delhi modifies Conditions for Establishing New Physiotherapy Courses
The amendment states that performance guarantee, furnished by institutions desirous of starting a new or higher course, must be valid for 5 years and be renewable after the expiry of this period. Additionally, renewal of permission granted for increase in the admission capacity for Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) or Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) courses shall be subject to and revalidation, if necessary, of the performance bank guarantee every five years till continuation of course.
Union Health Secretary Stresses Importance of “One Health” Approach to Combat Zoonotic Diseases
During the conclave, the Union Health Secretary highlighted the growing concern of zoonotic diseases, which affect both humans and animal health, and the need for a comprehensive approach to address this issue. 75% of newly emerging infectious diseases in the last three decades were said to be zoonotic in nature.
Department of Health Research mandates Registration of Ethics Committees for Medical and Health Research
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has announced that the Department of Health Research (DHR) has informed that all Ethics Committees associated with Medical and Health Research involving human participants must be registered with the department. The NMC has therefore directed that all medical colleges and postgraduate institutes to promptly initiate the registration process for their respective Ethics Committees.
