Global Nursing

An agreement was signed between the National Institute of Siddha (NIS) and All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Raipur to bolster collaboration in R&D activities, with a special focus on promoting the renowned Siddha traditional medicine system in Chhattisgarh. The MoU signed between the two institutes is expected to accelerate research-related activities and programs, specifically […]

The Supreme Court on Thursday notified the Centre to forbid specific drugs namely – Remdesivir and Favipiravir – to promote their product as a cure for COVID-19. The trial was carried out by the bench including the Chief Justice of India S A Bobde, A S Bopanna and V Subramaniam issued the notice after listening […]

With the height of challenges faced by nurses all over the world, be it in the field of technology, social justice, models of care, or any other parameter, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) has decided to revise its ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses. It has launched the consultation on 21st October to meet […]

A glad tiding has been reported in Russia, where RDIF has solicited WHO with the view of getting Sputnik-V registered and pre-qualified. Sputnik-V is a Russia based vaccine to treat corona-virus patients. According to sources, 85% of patients show no side effects of the potential vaccine. RDIF ( Russian Direct Investment Fund) said in its […]

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA (Glenmark) has received final approval by the United States Food & Drug Administration (U.S. FDA) for Sirolimus Tablets, 0.5mg, 1 mg and 2 mg, the generic version of Rapamune®1 Tablets, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, and 2 mg, of PF Prism CV. According to IQVIATM sales data for the 12 month period […]

Nursing Now is a health care programme started by the Burdett Trust for Nursing. It has collaborated with the International Council of Nurses and the World Health Organization. Nursing Now works to bring improvement in the health services across the world by developing the profile of nursing, convincing policymakers and putting forward opportunities for more […]

In the latest developments at NMC Health, group medical director Dr. CR Shetty, the wife of the UAE-based healthcare company’s founder BR Shetty, has resigned from her position. She was the first medical doctor at the group, having joined in the year 1975 when the very first medical center opened. Dr. Shetty rose through the […]

The World Health Organization (WHO) is calling on governments and health care leaders to address persistent threats to the health and safety of health workers and patients. “The COVID-19 pandemic has reminded all of us of the vital role health workers play to relieve suffering and save lives,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. […]

A tattletale put forward a complaint sparked calls for a thorough inquiry after it was claimed that Indian-native gynecologist, Dr. Mahendra Amin conducted mass hysterectomy on immigrants lacking their in-depth consent or understanding at Georgia State Private Detention Centre. Dr. Amin’s lawyer Mr. Scott Grubman denies all the allegations on the doctor with all […]

Geneva, Switzerland; 16 September 2020 – On the eve of the World Health Organization’s World Patient Safety Day which this year focuses on health workforce safety, the International Council of Nurses (ICN) launches its latest COVID-19 report. The report which includes a survey of a number of ICN’s National Nurses Associations reveals the continuing and […]

Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) announced that the Occupational English Test (OET) can be taken from home now. The home testing registration will be starting from late September as per OET official information. Overseas trained Nursing and Midwifery professionals must pass the OET test for registration in United Kingdom. “Overseas nursing and midwifery professionals are […]

The International Council of Nurses (ICN) today called for the public to support nurses by continuing to adhere to guidelines for hand washing, social distancing and wearing face masks. “The world has shown so much appreciation to its nurses and other healthcare workers,” said Annette Kennedy ICN President. “The applause and messages of support have […]