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Healthcare sector not in favour of govt controls
Even the most optimistic in the healthcare industry feel that regulation of private sector may be a long shot. But regulation of private sector is certainly on the Centre’s agenda, as is apparent by its fleeting mention in the draft NHP 2001.

Bajaj-Allianz plans new schemes to tap health insurance market
Pune-based Bajaj-Allianz has drawn up a slew of consumer-oriented health policies to get an early foothold in the Indian health insurance market.

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Human experimentation and clincial trial
The purpose of biomedical research involving human subject must be to improve diagnostic, therapeutic and prophylactic procedures and the understanding of the etio pathogenesis of the disease

`Inappropriate’ gifts waning
Many physicians continue to line their pockets with gifts from drug-company sales representatives, including free trips to vacation resorts, cash fees for questionable consulting work and lavish dinners at five-star restaurants.