IMA, doctors hold nationwide protest; Health Ministry writes to States seeking safety of healthcare workers
The Hindu
Stir follows recent episodes of violence against professionals in hospitals
Several doctors across the country took part on Friday in a nationwide stir called by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) against the recent incidents of violence against healthcare professionals. The doctors and the IMA demanded a Central law to curb such cases. The association said that around 3.5 lakh doctors participated in the protest today. Meanwhile, the Health Ministry has urged all States and Union Territories to ensure that prompt steps are taken for the safety and well-being of healthcare workers while strictly implementing the amended Epidemic Diseases Act. In his letter on Friday, Health Ministry Joint Secretary Lav Agarwal said that healthcare workers are the most crucial resources in COVID-19 management on all fronts. The letter, issued to Additional Chief Secretaries, Principal Secretaries and Health Secretaries of all States and Union Territories, said that on multiple occasions, the Health Ministry had highlighted the need to ensure the safety and security of healthcare workers in their living and working premises.
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