On behalf of PSM India I extend a warm invitation to all our enthusiastic readers of ‘The Prescription’ to attend our event on the occasion of Patient Solidarity Day on 5th December at Jamshedpur. The event shall mark the project launch on Universal Health Coverage for all amongst an audience of 1500 stakeholders including dignitaries from the Government of India and State Ministries. We hope to see you there. Find more details on this under PSM India Capsules.
Today Science has immensely improved our standard of living regarding health and medical care facilities. Several thousands of therapeutic drugs are available in the market for consumers. In such a prevailing situation, we at PSM India actively strive to impart the best knowledge on medicine safety and accessibility to all.
With SUGAM online application portal inaugurated by GOVT of India under CDSCO, challenges faced by patients, industries, consumers, organizations shall be resolved by faster work and rapidly available information on pharmaceuticals. We generously applaud the optimistic work paved by Health Ministry of India.
Stay alert of fake dengue test labs at Kolkata, doctors warning on pneumococcal resistance in children and antibiotic resistance awareness under our National Injections section.
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“Pathogens do not recognize political boundaries and hence move across countries. IHR (International Health Regulations) are an instrument for the world to have a robust protocol for prevention, reporting, information sharing and preparedness. India is committed to becoming IHR compliant in 2016”.
Shri. Anshu Prakash,
Joint Secretary,
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
INVITATION TO ALL OUR READERS : 
Patients declare that ‘healthcare is a human right’ worldwide
On Saturday 5 December, patients from across the world will join together to celebrate Patient Solidarity Day and declare that healthcare is a human right.
Leading patients’ groups from six continents will host a range of events to raise awareness among the public and will urge decision-makers to respect, protect and fulfil patients’ rights at every level of care. Events will include marches, free health screenings and meeting with ministers to change perspectives around health and improve the lives of patients.
ACCESSIBILITY TO SAFE AND QUALITY HEALTHCARE FOR ALL under UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE
This year PSM India and Consumer Online Foundation have come together with Kolhan Manavadhikar Sangathan to hold a discussion with Government of India ministers, State Ministers of Jharkhand, prominent personalities in the healthcare sector and about 1500 healthcare stakeholders on 5th December at Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Deliberations shall take place on accessibility to safe and quality healthcare for all under the UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE. Government of India is supporting this effort highly positively.
Research to be conducted on medicinal properties of Ganga water for holistic health
17th Nov, 2015: To further investigate the claim made through various existing research and studies that the waters of Ganga River have medicinal properties which destroy various kinds of bacteria and microbes, in order to use it for holistic human health, the Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare Shri J P Nadda has assured all support for this research including financial assistance. He stated this at the workshop organized today at AIIMS, New Delhi on the “Non-putrefying properties of Ganga Water”. Also present was Sushri Uma Bharti, Union Minister for Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation and senior environmentalist Shri Krishna Gopal.
SUGAM app launched by CDSCO 
CDSCO launches SUGAM the online application system for application submission, processing and grant of permissions /approval/license/NOC related informations. Also applicant can apply for licence under Import & Registration Division of CDSCO, track the status of submitted application, get replies to medicine related queries. Applicant can also upload essential documents for Registration Certificate, Import Licence and other related activities.
"While many chronic diseases can be treated through medication or surgery, they can be cured only in some cases. Integrative medical care offers hope in these cases," says Dr Ennapadam S Krishnamoorthy who specializes in integrative medicine.
US seeks extradition in fake medicines caseNov 2015: The US is seeking to extradite more than a dozen individuals and firms linked to an online pharmacy operation accused of supplying counterfeit and unapproved medicines.
FDA takes action to protect consumers from potentially dangerous dietary supplementsNovember 17, 2015: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, in partnership with other government agencies, today announced the results of a yearlong sweep of dietary supplements to identify potentially unsafe or tainted supplements. The sweep resulted in civil injunctions and criminal actions against 117 various manufacturers and/or distributors of dietary supplements and tainted products falsely marketed as dietary supplements. Among the cases announced today is a criminal case charging USPlabs LLC and several of its corporate officers. USPlabs was known for its widely popular workout and weight loss supplements, which it sold under names such as Jack3d and OxyElite Pro.
Interchange 2014 Highlights: Kimberly New Explains The Dangers Of Drug Diversion In Hospital Settings
23rd Nov, 2015: At the 2014 Interchange, New spoke about the risk that drug diversion poses to patients who may be treated with painkillers that have been contaminated by addicts, and about the scale of drug diversion in hospitals in the United States.
Rogues Gallery Comics: An Illustrated Guide to Counterfeit drug crime
November 22, 2015: Ever wonder about what’s behind the news for counterfeit drug crime? The Rogues Gallery Comic Book Series tells the real-life stories of fake drug criminals and their cases.
In volume one, you can learn all about the Greedy Doctor that lied to patients with no hope of a cure and the Master Counterfeiter whose greed drove him straight into the arms of US investigators. You will also find out about the Black Marketer who sold fake drugs to US doctors, and the mystery Criminal Mastermind responsible for introducing counterfeit cancer medication to U.S. oncology practices.
Frequently Asked Questions Q1. What is Fatty Liver?
Answer: Fatty liver, also known as fatty liver disease (FLD), is a reversible condition wherein large vacuoles of triglyceride fat accumulate in liver cells via the process of steatosis (i.e., abnormal retention of lipids within a cell). Fatty liver develops when the body creates too much fat or cannot metabolize fat fast enough. As a result, the leftover is stored in liver cells where it accumulates to become fatty liver disease. Eating a high-fat diet does not directly result in fatty liver. Read More>>>
Q2. What is liver cirrhosis?
Answer: Liver Cirrhosis is a slowly progressing disease in which healthy liver tissue is replaced with scar tissue, eventually preventing the liver from functioning properly. The scar tissue blocks the flow of blood through the liver and slows the processing of nutrients, hormones, drugs, and naturally produced toxins. It also slows the production of proteins and other substances made by the liver.Read More>>>
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