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  • Mar 30, 2024
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IMA RELEASES CHARTER OF DEMANDS FROM DOCTORS

Why in the news?

IMA presents demands to political leaders before elections, seeking support on medical integrity, staff safety, GST reduction, and hospital exemptions.

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Understanding the IMA’s Demands Ahead of Elections:

  • The Indian Medical Association (IMA) plans to communicate its demands to political leaders for the upcoming elections.
  • Demands include maintaining the integrity of modern medicine, ensuring safety measures for medical staff, reducing GST on healthcare products, and exempting small to medium hospitals and clinics from certain regulations.
  • IMA released its charter of demands, urging local branches to liaise with political leaders to raise awareness about community needs, as stated by its national president R.V. Asokan.
About The Indian Medical Association (IMA):

●     The Indian Medical Association (IMA) is a national voluntary organisation for doctors.

●     Established in 1928, it advocates for physicians’ interests and promotes ethical medical practices.

●     Plays a vital role in healthcare policies and public health initiatives.