Hospitals get access to new cancer drugs

2019-01-11

The latest 17 cancer drugs included in China's national basic medical insurance program in October are now available in more than half of all major hospitals in China, the top health authority said on Jan 10.

Authorities crack down on improper cosmetic surgery procedures

2019-01-10

Authorities have handed down punishments in more than 2,700 cases involving legal violations and irregularities in cosmetic surgery services, according to the National Health Commission.

China to encourage production of generic drugs

2019-01-07

China will publish a list of generic drugs before the end of June and encourage pharmaceutical companies to research and produce them.

China further simplifies approval for private medical institutions

2019-01-07

China has announced that it will further simplify the approval procedures for the private sector to open medical institutions.

Chinese lawmakers suggest publicizing vaccine examination reports

2019-01-02

Chinese lawmakers have called for the publication of examination reports on vaccines after they are approved by authorities.

Health promotion action plan from 2018 to 2020

2018-12-29

Tariff changes aim to cut drug prices

2018-12-29

China has decided to cut tariffs on a range of imported raw materials used in medicines.

Top TCM authority urges more scrutiny

2018-12-29

China's top authority for traditional Chinese medicine has urged its branches across the country to take effective measures to combat irregularities in TCM healthcare services.