consultative meeting held in IHRA on development of IPC and ID standards in Pakistan

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A consultative meeting was held in Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority (IHRA) secretariat to develop consensus on development of Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) and Infectious Diseases (ID) standards in Pakistan.
The Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination (M/o NHSR&C) in collaboration with United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and JSI engaged CEOs of all the Provincial Healthcare Commissions and IHRA, and was also participated by partner organizations (WHO, JSI, Contech International, Jhpiego, UKHSA) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) to deliberate and finalize these standards and build consensus for their uniform implementation across the country.
During the consultative meeting held at the IHRA secretariat, standards from WHO, NIH, PHC, SHCC, KPHCC, and IHRA were thoroughly examined and compared.  The primary objective of this session was to draft a uniform document intended for nationwide application, without being restricted by regional boundaries. The ultimate objective is to implement the finalized document across the entire country.
IHRA sincerely appreciate and is thankful for continued collaboration and support from all the participants in standardization and advancing healthcare quality and safety in Pakistan.

IHRA has initiated the process of Licensing the Dental Healthcare Establishment in Islamabad

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Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority (IHRA) has initiated the process of Licensing the Dental Healthcare Establishment in Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT).
In this regard, the IHRA team visited Islamabad International Dental Hospital,  Islamabad, to inspect it as per the IHRA Dental Standards and Checklist.

IHRA sealed seven healthcare establishments over different malpractices

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ISLAMABAD: In the last one-month Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority (IHRA) has conducted a total of 112 inspections in Islamabad. Due to grave irregularities found in the functioning of certain healthcare establishments the Authority sealed seven Healthcare Establishments (HCEs) in different areas of ICT.

Those that were sealed consist of Rawat Clinic, VIP Clinic, Medsol collection point, Family Hospital, Yousafzai Medical Center, Muqdas Dental Clinic (Saleem Dental Care), Rasheed Hospital. They were sealed for different offenses including not getting registration with IHRA, unhygienic conditions, absence of proper waste management system, illegally broking official seal, functional during suspension and unqualified staff rendering medical services.

Similarly, IHRA suspended the services of four Healthcare Establishments (HCEs) over different medical noncompliance. These were Yasmeen Family Clinic Rawat, Islamabad Medicare Labs and Specialist Clinics, Fatima Dental Care, Gulf Addiction Treatment Center & Psychiatric Care.

78 Healthcare Establishments were served notices for minor non-compliances and instructed to comply with the directions given by the inspections team. 16 HCEs were found closed during inspections carried out by inspection teams. 07 Healthcare Establishments (HCEs) were recommended for registration and revocation of suspension.

IHRA inspection teams also conducted inspections of blood banks to see their functioning as per the standards of blood banking. Those that were inspected included Medicsi Bahria Town,

Blood Bank Services, Al Nafees Hospital, Ahmed Blood Bank. Directives were issued to all regarding the findings and areas of improvement.

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sealed eleven healthcare establishments over different malpractices

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In the last one month Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority (IHRA) has conducted a total of 92 inspections in Islamabad. Due to grave irregularities found in the functioning of certain healthcare establishments the Authority sealed eleven Healthcare Establishments (HCEs) in different areas of ICT.

Those that were sealed consist of Grow Hair Transplant, Samad Clinic, Shakeel Clinic, Al Falah Clinic, Kashif Pharmacy & Clinic, Molecular Lab, Abrash Clinic, My Health Clinic, Yousaf Zai Medical Center, Naveed Medical Center, Sohail Clinic. They were sealed for different offenses including not getting registration with IHRA, unhygienic conditions, absence of proper waste management system, illegally breaking the official seal, functional during suspension and unqualified staff rendering medical services.

Similarly, IHRA suspended the services of five Healthcare Establishments (HCEs) over different medical noncompliance. These were Reliance Hospital, North West Dental Clinic, Grow Hair Transplant & Aesthetic Clinic, Rehman Free Dialysis, The Specialist Care Clinic.

35 Healthcare Establishments were served notices for minor non-compliances and instructed to comply with the directions given by the inspections team. 29 HCEs were found closed during inspections carried out by inspection teams. 12 Healthcare Establishments (HCEs) were recommended for registration and revocation of suspension.

IHRA inspection teams also conducted inspection of public & private blood banks to see their functioning as per the standards of blood banking. Those that were inspected included PIMS,

Regional Blood Center, Federal General Hospital, FG Polyclinic Hospital, CDA Hospital, Maryam Memorial Hospital, Medicsi, Shifa International Hospital. Directives were issued to all regarding the findings and areas of improvement.

 IHRA aims to promote the highest standard of healthcare & safety protocols to be implemented in these health establishments.

Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority has organized a one-day workshop/training session on “Safety of High Alert Medicines”

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Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority has organized a one-day workshop/training session on “Safety of High Alert Medicines” based on guidelines notified by DRAP-Pakistan, in collaboration with Shifa International Hospital, Islamabad. The Healthcare professionals (Doctors, Pharmacists, Nurses and Para-medical staff) from Hospital in Islamabad attended the said training.
The purpose is that the Healthcare Providers and Organization understand the safety requirements, develop a hospital-based policy on safe handling and use of High Alert Medicines and implement the best practices, so that patient harm can be prevented.
IHRA will continue such training in future. We will ensure that the hospitals trained establish a high alert medication system in their hospitals. This will reduce chances of medical errors in future.

Health Advisory: Viral Conjunctivitis

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IHRA celebrated WorldPatientSafetyDay-2023

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IHRA celebrated WorldPatientSafetyDay-2023 and hosted a significant meeting in collaboration with DAI and The Fleming Fund. WHO AWaRE poster on classification of Antibiotics has been launched, which is a tool for antibiotic stewardship to reduce antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The aim of this meeting was to create awareness among Healthcare providers regarding Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) to optimize antimicrobial use among patients, to improve patient outcomes, ensure cost-effective therapy and reduce adverse sequelae of antimicrobial use (including antimicrobial resistance). Representatives from different Healthcare Establishments of Islamabad Capital Territory participated in the meeting.

IHRA participated in first National Security workshop 2023

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IHRA participated in first National Security workshop 2023۔ CEO ihra said that health security has become a cornerstone of National Security, recognizing that a nation’s strength is intrinsically linked to the well-being of its citizens. Ensuring the health and safety of the population is not only a matter of humanitarian concern but also a strategic imperative. In this context, the role of the Islamabad Healthcare Regulatory Authority (IHRA) holds significant importance. IHRA plays a vital role in upholding Human Security by overseeing the quality and accessibility of healthcare services in Islamabad. IHRA’s commitment to quality and accessibility directly fortifies human health security and, by extension, National Security, establishing a robust foundation for a flourishing society.