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Bahraini lawmakers are poised to inject new vitality and direction into the country’s rapidly developing telemedicine market with a proposal to establish a legal framework to ensure accountability. Experts say the move is crucial in shaping a new paradigm for medical services and is expected to unlock the full potential of the Saudi telemedicine market. Telemedicine is legally permitted in Bahrain in accordance with the National Health Regulatory Authority.
This innovative approach today aims to bring accountability and establish a framework for safely practicing the profession, thereby expanding the reach of the public and population beyond the traditional clinic. Masu. This allows healthcare professionals to interact virtually with patients across geographic barriers.
Driving this change is Bahrain’s expanding digital infrastructure and widespread access to smartphones. It is noteworthy that the recent coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has accelerated the adoption of telehealth services around the world. If approved, a license will be required to provide telemedicine services in the Kingdom. We also plan for NHRA to be the sole authority responsible for determining cases in which telemedicine is not permitted.
Telemedicine is a term that includes telemedicine and telecare and refers to the application of digital communication and information technology to provide remote medical services and consultations. While Bahrain is not new to this concept, today’s talks will see a more organized system in Saudi Arabia expand into this industry, which is predicted to have a growth rate of 25.30% between 2023 and 2028 in the GCC countries. It is intended to give. Lawmakers say the move is aimed at providing convenient medical services to citizens and residents and strengthening disease prevention measures.
Today’s discussion will focus on the report by the Shura Council Services Committee during the 9th session of the second term of Parliament.
Shura Council members Dr. Jameela Mohammed Reda Al Salman, Dr. Jihad Abdullah Al Fadel, Dr. Ibtessam Mohammed Saleh Al Dalal, Dr. Ali Abdullah Al Aradi, Hala Ramzi Faiz This proposal was submitted by Dr. The committee’s recommendation is to pass this proposal into law.
If approved, this law will create a legal framework and legal framework for telemedicine in Bahrain, managed through licensed medical institutions. NHRA is responsible for establishing the rules, regulations, and procedures for practicing telehealth services.
This includes the criteria for granting, renewing and revoking licenses and the conditions required for license applicants. It will be the authority responsible for dealing with violations of license conditions and related laws, such as medical consultation, diagnosis, prescription, observation of patients, symptoms of diseases, side effects of treatments, medical tests, discussion of results, etc.
Investment of surplus funds by sports organizations
The Council will also discuss the proposed amendments to Article 18 of the Decree Law No. 21 of 1989 promulgating the Law on Associations, Social and Cultural Clubs and Private Organizations Active in the Youth, Sports and Civil Sectors It is. institution. This proposal was submitted by members Dr. Ibtisam Muhammad Saleh Al-Dalal, Dr. Jamal Muhammad Fakhro, Dr. Sadiq Eid Al-Rahma, Dr. Muhammad Ali Hassan, and Dr. Hani Ali Al-Saati it was done. The Committee’s recommendation is to support the proposed legislation. The main objective is to generate profits that can empower the association to invest its surplus funds and strengthen its financial resources.
This is likewise aimed at fulfilling the purpose for which these associations were established. It is important to note that such investments should not involve financial speculation or trading in high-risk investment products.
Furthermore, the proposed amendments specify that the association’s activities should not extend to foreign markets and should remain within the domestic market. The scope of the amendments is limited to restricting investments within the local market of the Kingdom of Bahrain.