Private doctors strike work to protest proposed legislation

The one-day strike called by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) on June 25 to protest some key reforms proposed by the government evoked mixed response. While many private practitioners across the country abstained from work, doctors working in government hospitals and private hospitals were mostly on duty.

Standard treatment guidelines soon

 In an effort to streamline treatment procedures across government hospitals the Centre will soon come out with standard treatment guidelines. The guidelines will also be sent to private clinics, but will be non-binding on any of the hospitals.  The guidelines will also benefit companies providing health insurance while reimbursing their customers.