How is the evolution of legislation addressing violence against health workers being examined in India
An exploration into the changes and progress of laws aimed at combating violence targeting healthcare professionals in India.
- The Government of India has recognized the increasing incidents of violence against health workers as a serious issue affecting the healthcare system.
- The proposed amendment to the Indian Penal Code aims to make violence against healthcare professionals a non-bailable offense.
- Various states in India have introduced specific legislation or amendments to protect healthcare workers, such as the 'Karnataka Prohibition of Violence Against Medicare Service Personnel and Damage to Property in Medicare Service Institutions Act, 2009.'
- The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched initiatives to raise awareness about the issue and has encouraged healthcare facilities to report incidents of violence.
- Training programs and workshops for healthcare professionals on managing violence and upgrading security measures in healthcare settings are being implemented.
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