WHO convenes first high-level global summit on traditional medicine to explore evidence base, opportunities to accelerate health for all
The World Health Organization (WHO) is convening the Traditional Medicine Global Summit on 17 and 18 August 2023 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India. Co-hosted by the Government of India, the Summit will explore the role of traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine in addressing pressing health challenges and driving progress in global health and sustainable development. High-level […]
Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya addresses Curtain Raiser of India MedTech Expo 2023 in the presence of Shri Bhagwant Khuba, Union Minister of State for Chemicals & Fertilizers
“India is set to become the global hub of medical technology and devices with the market size estimated to reach US$ 50 billion by 2050”. This was stated by Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers, here today during his address at the Curtain Raiser of India’s first […]
Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurates the second phase of the annual Nationwide Mass Drug Administration (MDA) initiative for Lymphatic Filariasis
“India is committed to eliminating Lymphatic Filariasis by 2027, three years ahead of the global target through mission mode, multi partner, multi sector targeted drive.” This was stated by Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare Dr Mansukh Mandaviya as he inaugurated the second phase of the Annual Nationwide Mass Drug Administration (MDA) initiative, here […]
Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya delivers keynote address at the 13th Indian Organ Donation Day ceremony
“There cannot be a greater service to humanity than giving life to another person”. This was stated by Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare during his address at the 13th Indian Organ Donation Day (IODD) ceremony, here today. Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar and Prof S P Singh Baghel, Union Ministers of […]
Information Bureau - Update on E-Pharmacy Platforms
Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has issued show- cause notices to various firms engaged in online/internet sale of Drugs on 8th & 9th February 2023. The firms have mostly responded by stating that they are only providing an online platform for facilitating the sale of pharmaceutical products to customers and the platform operates solely […]
Steps taken by Government of India to improve Women’s Health
Government of India implements various schemes/initiatives to make healthcare more accessible to all throughout the country including women, rural and SC/ST population.These schemes/initiatives include: Comprehensive Primary Health Care (CPHC) through Ayushman Bharat- Health and Wellness Centres (HWCs):In February 2018, the Government of India announced 1,50,000 Ayushman Bharat- Health and Wellness Centres (AB-HWCs) to be established […]
Parliament Passes National Nursing and Midwifery Commission (NNMC) Bill, 2023 for Comprehensive Reforms in Nursing Sector
IIn a landmark move aimed at bringing transformative changes to the nursing education and practice landscape, the Parliament has passed the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission (NNMC) Bill, 2023. The Act will replace the existing Indian Nursing Council with a modern regulatory structure, marking a significant legislative reform in the sector. The NNMC Act, 2023, […]
National Dental Commission Bill, 2023 Passed by the Parliament to Elevate Dental Education and Healthcare Standards
In a significant step towards enhancing healthcare quality and aligning dental education with global standards, the Parliament has passed the National Dental Commission Bill, 2023. This landmark legislation underscores the government's unwavering commitment to ensuring the highest standards of dental care for its citizens. The National Dental Commission Act 2023, will introduce a groundbreaking regulatory […]
New products & nutraceuticals added Under Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana
Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), the implementing agency of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) added new products in their basket such as Dapagliflozin 10mg & Metformin Hydrochloride(Extended Release) 1000mg Tablets for Diabetes, Jan Aushadhi Protein (High Protein) Powder, Jan Aushadhi Protein for Women (Whey Protein Powder), etc. Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices […]
Measures taken to Address Rising Cases of Cancer
As per the Indian Council of Medical Research – National Cancer Registry Programme (ICMR-NCRP), the estimated number of incidences and estimated number of mortalities of cancer cases in the country during 2020 to 2022 for last three years are given below: The estimated number of incidences of cancer cases States / UTs wise during 2020 […]
