Government of India Pushes for Nationwide Implementation of Swap Donor Transplantation
The National Organ & Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) is actively promoting and streamlining the process of swap donor transplantation across the country. This initiative aims to significantly increase the availability of organs for patients who have biologically incompatible near-relative donors.
Ministry of Health Mandates Strict Timelines for Live Organ Donation Approvals
The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has issued a directive to all States and Union Territories, mandating strict adherence to new, expedited timelines. The Ministry acknowledged that existing delays often lead to the unfortunate demise of recipients.
Health Ministry Proposes Amendments to Drugs Rules, 1945
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has published draft rules to further amend the Drugs Rules, 1945. These proposed changes, made after consultation with the Drugs Technical Advisory Board, aim to update regulations concerning the testing of parenteral solutions, the supervision of drug sales, and conditions for drug licenses.
