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Draft National Pharmacy Commission Bill
Context:
Health Ministry releases draft National Pharmacy Commission Bill.
Objectives of the bill
- A significant move intending to replace the Pharmacy Act of 1948. The primary objectives is to enhance access to affordable and high-quality pharmacy education
- Ensuring the availability of pharmacy professionals across the country, and promote equitable healthcare by making pharmacy services accessible to all citizens.
Important Provisions:
- Periodic Assessment: The Bill calls for transparent and periodic evaluations of pharmacy institutions.
- Pharmacy Register: A National Pharmacy Register will be maintained to ensure transparency in the details of pharmacy professionals.
- Research Integration: Professionals are encouraged to integrate the latest research into their practice and contribute to ongoing research efforts.
- Ethical Standards: Upholding high ethical standards is emphasized for pharmacy professionals.
- Grievance Redressal: An effective mechanism for grievance redressal in relevant matters is proposed.
- Commission Establishment: The Bill proposes the establishment of a commission headquartered in Delhi.
- Flexibility and Adaptability: It emphasizes flexibility to adapt to evolving needs, reflecting a forward-looking approach.
- Pharmacy Ethics and Registration Board: It introduces a Pharmacy Ethics and Registration Board tasked with maintaining the National Pharmacy Register.
- Transparency and Accessibility: The focus is on making pharmacy services transparent and accessible to the broader population.
Nationwide Impact:
With a nationwide scope, the Bill aims to have a positive impact on pharmacy education, healthcare accessibility, and professional standards across India.
Presents a comprehensive approach towards equitable healthcare in the country.
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