By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Gulf PressGulf Press
  • Home
  • Gulf News
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE24/7
    • Kuwait
    • Qatar
    • Bahrain
    • Oman
  • World
  • Business
    • Market DataLive
    • Finance
    • Economy
    • Energy
    • Crypto
    • ForexHot
    • Tech
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle
  • Videos
Search
Countries
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Kuwait
  • Qatar
  • Bahrain
  • Oman
More Topics
  • Technology
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Crypto
  • Forex
  • Stocks
Site Links
  • Business Hub
  • Trending
  • Weather
  • Customize Interests
  • Bookmarks
  • Newsletter
  • Terms
  • Press Release
  • Advertise
  • Contact
© 2023 Gulf Press. All Rights Reserved.
Reading: Government Calls for Legislative Review of Telemedicine Bill
Share
Notification Show More
Latest News
The Myriad Redefines Student Living for a Mobile, Urban Generation
UAE
L’Oréal Paris Welcomes Yasmine Sabri as New Brand Ambassador for the Middle East
Lifestyle
Roland Garros 2025: A New Era of Viewing, A Tribute to Legends, and Moments to Remember
Sports World
Bitget Celebrates Bitcoin Pizza Day by Distributing Over 5000 Pizzas in Over 20 Cities Worldwide
Crypto
Bitget Protection Fund Maintains Strength with $561 Million Average Value in April 2025
Business Crypto
Aa
Gulf PressGulf Press
Aa
  • Gulf News
  • World
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Lifestyle
  • Sports
  • Videos
Search
  • Home
    • Videos
    • Business Hub
    • Trending
  • Gulf
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Kuwait
    • Qatar
    • Bahrain
    • Oman
  • Business
    • Market Data
    • Crypto
    • Economy
    • Energy
    • Finance
    • Forex
    • Tech
  • More News
    • World
    • Lifestyle
    • Entertainment
    • Sports
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
  • Terms
  • Press Release
  • Advertise
  • Contact
© 2023 Gulf Press. All Rights Reserved.
Gulf Press > Gulf > Bahrain > Government Calls for Legislative Review of Telemedicine Bill
Bahrain

Government Calls for Legislative Review of Telemedicine Bill

News Room
Last updated: 2024/07/17 at 8:52 AM
News Room
Share
4 Min Read
SHARE

The Bahraini government has expressed concerns about the proposed telemedicine bill by the Shura Council, calling for a legislative review due to uncertainties regarding its effectiveness, clarity, and potential conflicts with existing legal frameworks. The bill aims to establish a legal framework for telemedicine within Bahrain, allowing licensed healthcare institutions to provide remote healthcare services in order to promote disease prevention and facilitate access to healthcare for all citizens. It comprises ten articles that define key terms, outline the scope of telemedicine services, address licensing requirements, and specify penalties for violations.

Despite the bill’s stated objectives, the government argues that existing regulations and policies already meet the goals of the proposed legislation. It points to the National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA) as having the authority to oversee and develop healthcare practices in both public and private sectors to ensure high standards of efficiency, safety, and effectiveness. The Supreme Council of Health (SCH) is responsible for implementing the national health strategy, including establishing a unified information technology system for healthcare institutions.

The government highlights the comprehensive regulations governing private healthcare institutions and the SCH’s decision on the classification of healthcare facilities, which includes specific requirements for telemedicine services such as technical specifications and data management protocols. It concludes that a separate law for telemedicine is unnecessary as the existing regulatory framework provides enough flexibility to address evolving needs and achieve health policy goals. The government believes that the current legal framework for private healthcare institutions, in conjunction with the proposed law on healthcare professions, will effectively clarify the responsibilities of individuals and institutions in providing healthcare services.

In response to the proposed telemedicine bill, the Bahraini government has called for a legislative review, expressing concerns about its effectiveness, clarity, and potential conflicts with existing legal frameworks. The government acknowledges the need for a legal framework for telemedicine to promote disease prevention, facilitate access to healthcare for all citizens, and establish regulations for telemedicine practice. While the bill aims to define key terms, outline the scope of telemedicine services, and specify licensing requirements, the government argues that these objectives are already being met through existing regulations and policies, particularly with the NHRA’s oversight of healthcare practices and the SCH’s implementation of the national health strategy.

The government points to existing regulations governing private healthcare institutions and the SCH’s decision on the classification of healthcare facilities as adequate measures to ensure the quality and effectiveness of healthcare services, including those provided via telemedicine. It believes that a separate law for telemedicine is unnecessary given the flexibility of the current regulatory framework to address evolving needs and achieve health policy goals. The government emphasizes that the proposed legislation on healthcare professions, coupled with the existing legal framework for private healthcare institutions, will effectively clarify the responsibilities of individuals and institutions in delivering healthcare services, without the need for additional legislation specifically for telemedicine.

Sign Up For Daily Newsletter

Be keep up! Get the latest breaking news delivered straight to your inbox.
I have read and agree to the terms & conditions
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.
News Room July 17, 2024
Share this Article
Facebook Twitter Copy Link Print
Previous Article Adele shares her plans for new music – News
Next Article More than 225,000 people will benefit from Oman’s Maternity Leave Insurance
Leave a comment Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Stay Connected

235.3k Followers Like
69.1k Followers Follow
56.4k Followers Follow
136k Subscribers Subscribe
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image

Latest News

The Myriad Redefines Student Living for a Mobile, Urban Generation
UAE May 27, 2025
L’Oréal Paris Welcomes Yasmine Sabri as New Brand Ambassador for the Middle East
Lifestyle May 23, 2025
Roland Garros 2025: A New Era of Viewing, A Tribute to Legends, and Moments to Remember
Sports World May 22, 2025
Bitget Celebrates Bitcoin Pizza Day by Distributing Over 5000 Pizzas in Over 20 Cities Worldwide
Crypto May 22, 2025

You Might also Like

Bahrain

MP suggests raising pension by BD70 for retirees to alleviate financial burdens

January 6, 2025
Bahrain

A Deluge of Congratulations

January 6, 2025
Bahrain

Court rules in favor of landlord in 57,000 Dinar rent disagreement

January 6, 2025
Bahrain

Bahrain to Launch Major Bridge Project Linking Manama and Diyar Al Muharraq

January 6, 2025
Bahrain

Bahrain’s national football team returns home as victorious ‘heroes’ with Gulf Cup trophy

January 6, 2025
Bahrain

Member of Parliament supports flagship tourism initiatives

January 5, 2025
Bahrain

Shop Qatar 2025 begins with fantastic festivities

January 5, 2025
Bahrain

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman congratulates King Hamad on Gulf Cup victory

January 5, 2025
//

Gulf Press is your one-stop website for the latest news and updates about Arabian Gulf and the world, follow us now to get the news that matters to you.

Quick Link

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of ue
  • Advertise
  • Contact

How Topics

  • Gulf News
  • International
  • Business
  • Lifestyle

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our latest news instantly!

I have read and agree to the terms & conditions
Gulf PressGulf Press
Follow US

© 2023 Gulf Press. All Rights Reserved.

Join Us!

Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss our latest news, podcasts etc..

I have read and agree to the terms & conditions
Zero spam, Unsubscribe at any time.

Removed from reading list

Undo
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?