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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241108T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241108T120000
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SUMMARY:SAHPRA's Regulatory Technical Forum (RTF) Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) hosted industry stakeholders at the Regulatory Technical Forum (RTF) Meeting. \nAreas discussed on the agenda included: \n\nEOI on model dossiers for training\nBAU applications and variations\nMedicines (Allopathic)\nVeterinary Medicines\nComplementary Medicines\nInspectorate and Regulatory Compliance\nMedical Devices & IVDs\nRadiation Control\nLegislation/ Guidelines for Comment/Implementation\nIT Upgrade\n\nPresentations \nHPA Updates \nMedical Devices and Radiation Control Updates \nDigitalisation Project Updates \n  \nRecording
URL:https://www.sahpra.org.za/event/sahpras-regulatory-technical-forum-rtf-virtual-meeting-november/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241113T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241113T143000
DTSTAMP:20260428T122250
CREATED:20241104T081959Z
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SUMMARY:SAHPRA-WHO Webinar | Implementation of National Action Plan for fighting SF Medical Products
DESCRIPTION:The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA)\, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO)\, recently hosted a webinar to introduce the WHO Pilot on the Implementation of the National Action Plan for combating substandard and falsified (SF) medical products in South Africa. \nThe event brought together key stakeholders to discuss the project’s overview and the critical roles and collaborations required to implement the National Action Plan. Participants explored strategies for preventing\, detecting\, and responding to the challenges posed by fake\, falsified\, unregistered\, and substandard medical products. The webinar emphasised the significant impact of stakeholder contributions on the country\, the region\, and the global fight against such threats. \nAttendees gained valuable insights into their roles and responsibilities within the National Action Plan\, fostering collaboration in efforts to eradicate SF medical products. The discussions laid the groundwork for developing unified strategies that advance the fight against these harmful practices\, benefiting public health locally and internationally. \nPresentations \nNAP Webinar Prevention\, Detection and Response Strategies on SFMPs – WHO-South Africa \nNAP Webinar – Prevention\, Detection and Response Strategies on SFMPs – Team Lead – WHO SFMP \nImplementation of NAP on Fighting Unlawful Medicinal Products in South Africa – An Industry Perspective \nRecording:\n
URL:https://www.sahpra.org.za/event/sahpra-who-webinar-implementation-of-national-action-plan-for-fighting-sf-medical-products/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241113T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T122250
CREATED:20241107T115735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T072650Z
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SUMMARY:2024 MedSafety Webinar: Improving medicine safety through correct use & adverse event reporting
DESCRIPTION:As part of its pharmacovigilance programme\, the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) recently partnered with the Independent Community Pharmacy Association (ICPA) to deliver an informative webinar on reporting adverse drug events and promoting the safe use of medicines to reduce the occurrence of such events. \nThe webinar provided valuable insights into safe prescribing and dispensing practices\, screening for other conditions and potential drug interactions\, and the importance of pharmacovigilance. Attendees were also reminded of the proper procedures for reporting adverse events\, ensuring better health outcomes. \nThis event was tailored for pharmacists\, nurses\, and medical practitioners\, highlighting their critical roles in ensuring medication safety and fostering a robust pharmacovigilance culture in South Africa. \n  \nPresentations \nSAHPRA – Adverse Event Monitoring \nICPA – Safe Prescribing\, Dispensing\, and the onus to Report \n  \nRecording
URL:https://www.sahpra.org.za/event/2024-medsafety-webinar-improving-medicine-safety-through-correct-use-adverse-event-reporting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241121T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T122250
CREATED:20241105T123411Z
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SUMMARY:Complementary Medicines’ Stakeholder Engagement Hybrid Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The South African Health Product Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) Complementary Medicines’ (CMs’) Hybrid Workshop successfully took place\, offering attendees the option to participate either in person or via a virtual platform.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey areas discussed during the workshop included: \n\nSAHPRA responded to the 21 questions regarding Complementary Medicines (CMs).\nThe South African Pharmacy Council’s presentation on GPP Compliance and Inspections.\nInsights from the National Department of Health regarding Pharmacy Premises Licences\, as outlined in Section 22 of the Pharmacy Act 53 of 1974.\nThe National Consumer Commission’s role is to safeguard the public through oversight of non-medicinal “Grey Area Products.”\nIndustry representatives’ responses to SAHPRA’s feedback on the questions raised.\n\nThe workshop provided a valuable platform for dialogue between regulators and stakeholders \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresentations \nSAHPRA | Feedback on the list of 21 Complementary Medicines’ Questions \nNational Department of Health | Pharmacy premises licences in terms of Section 22 of the Pharmacy Act 53 of 1974 \nSouth African Pharmacy Council | GPP Compliance and Inspections \nNational Consumer Council | Role of the NCC in Safeguarding the General Public – Proving Oversight on Products \n  \nRecording
URL:https://www.sahpra.org.za/event/complementary-medicines-stakeholder-engagement-hybrid-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241126T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20241126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T122250
CREATED:20241105T072032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T122806Z
UID:17182-1732615200-1732626000@www.sahpra.org.za
SUMMARY:Industry Stakeholder Engagement | Medical Devices Unit
DESCRIPTION:The Medical Devices Unit of the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) hosted a consultative meeting with Industry. The meeting aimed to communicate updates\, ensure compliance with legislative requirements\, discuss improvements to the application process\, and enhance overall client service and relations. \n\n\n\n\nAreas of discussion included: \n\nPayment of applicable fees\n\nAnnual retention fees (including cancellation licences for non-compliant licence holders)\nLicence fees\n\n\nRenewal applications\nGuidelines for the management of medical device vigilance\nISO 13485 Certification – implementation plan for April 2025\n\nDownload presentation \n  \nWatch Recording
URL:https://www.sahpra.org.za/event/industry-stakeholder-engagement-medical-devices-unit/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshop
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