Monrovia – As part of measures to curtail the spread of the coronavirus disease, the Liberia Medical and Dental Council (LMDC) has banned all pharmacies and drugstores from providing treatment at their facilities. The LMDC also warned that other than drugs prescribed by a medical doctor; these businesses should not sell to medications to customers. The LMDC is an autonomous government agency charged with the authority to regulate and monitor the practice of medicines within Liberia. The regulatory body also called for personal protective equipment (PPEs) to be available at the triage area for healthcare professionals and called for all ambulances to have basic medical equipment and licensed healthcare professionals. Meanwhile, the LMDC has announced the commencement of clinical inspection of all health facilities across the country to ensure its mandates are adhered to.

Source: Front Page Africa March 24, 2020 00:45 UTC