IMA Telangana condemns political support for quacks

Says quacks have no scientific knowledge of treating diseases and often administer high doses of antibiotics, painkillers, and steroids, destroying the eco-system of health in Telangana

Hyderabad: The Indian Medical Association (IMA) Telangana State condemned the recent protests by self-proclaimed Rural Medical Practitioners (RMPs) and Private Medical Practitioners (PMPs) demanding legal recognition despite lacking proper medical qualifications.

A statement issued by the association said quacks have no scientific knowledge of treating diseases and often administer high doses of antibiotics, painkillers, and steroids, destroying the eco-system of health in Telangana.

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As per the National Medical Commission (NMC) Act, only registered medical practitioners were legally permitted to practice medicine. The statement called for strict enforcement of laws to eliminate quackery across the State and legal action against political leaders who support quacks and obstruct legal proceedings.