Nepal Medical Council warns doctors against prescribing medication, sharing health advice on social media
Summary
The Nepal Medical Council warns doctors against sharing patient videos, prescribing medication, or giving health advice on social media without proper clinical examination.
Key Points
- Nepal Medical Council warns doctors and health workers against sharing patient-related videos on social media.
- Doctors are prohibited from prescribing medication or providing health advice online without proper clinical examination.
- Sharing patient identity or face in videos on social media is banned by the council.
- Non-compliance will lead to action under the Nepal Medical Council Act and applicable laws.
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