A New Heat-Based Therapy That Could Transform Chemotherapy
The new method, combining ultra-small magnetic nanoparticles with a heat shock protein 90 inhibitor, offers promising prospects for reducing chemotherapy doses and improving patient outcomes.
New Format for Consent Forms Proposed Under PCPNDT Act
This proposed new consent will be required for all invasive or non- invasive techniques, tests or procedures. The new proposed consent form seeks to explicitly include consent from the husband, partner or father of the patient. Such consent also expressly states that breach of the consent shall make such person liable to be penalized under the Act.
Great Overhaul Proposed In Application and Registration Forms Under PCPNDT
The new proposed form seeks detailed information about the applicant, the facility, and the services offered. It also includes specific requirements for the disposal of old ultrasound machines and other equipment to prevent their misuse for sex determination. Additionally, the proposed revised certificate will specifically mention the procedures that are not specified in the current certificates such as echocardiography, ophthalmology, urology, veterinary purposes, etc.
Fixed Timelines Proposed For Registration and Renewal Under PNDT Act
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW) is proposing to regulate processing time for registration and renewal applications under the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (PC&PNDT) Act, 1994. The proposed amendments aim to expedite the decision-making process for registration and renewal applications, with a target turnaround time of 70 days.
Stricter Rules Proposed for Disposal of Ultrasound Machines
Ultrasound clinics and imaging centers will be required to inform authorities within seven days of disposing of old, unused or obsolete ultrasound machines or imaging machines. Renewal of licenses for facilities operating these machines will be contingent upon the proper disposal of old machines. Additionally, there will be no permission granted for addition or procurement of a new machines until old machines are disposed in prescribed manner.
AERB Clarifies Role in Punjab University’s Nuclear Medicine Course
AERB has reiterated that it does not provide approval for any university courses. Furthermore, AERB emphasizes that the university must obtain approval for the course from relevant authorities.
AERB Seals Nuclear Medicine Facility for Regulatory Violations
The facility, which houses PET-CT equipment, was found to be in violation of regulatory requirements. These regulatory requirements are outlined in the AERB Nuclear Medicine Safety Code and the Atomic Energy (Radiation Protection) Rules, 2004.
Aadhaar To Streamline Creation & Verification of CGHS Cards
The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) is adopting Aadhaar as the “Single Source of Truth” for creating and verifying CGHS cards. This move aims to address issues arising from mismatched information like name spelling, date of birth, or gender during application processes.
