CIOMS is pleased to announce the release of the 75th Anniversary Edition of the CIOMS cumulative glossary, with a dedicated focus on pharmacovigilance. This highly valued glossary compiles definitions from across CIOMS Working Group reports on pharmacovigilance and related topics, embodying nearly four decades of CIOMS’ strategic influence in the field of drug safety and public health.

Since its inception, CIOMS has aimed to improve medical research and health policy worldwide by developing and disseminating guidelines that uphold patient safety and effective treatment practices. This glossary is a testament to that mission, serving as a comprehensive reference for healthcare professionals, regulatory bodies, and researchers. By consolidating terminology used in pharmacovigilance and adjacent fields, it ensures consistency and clarity in communication, a critical aspect of global public health initiatives.

The glossary is available on the CIOMS website, where it is periodically updated to reflect new terms and definitions as CIOMS Working Group reports are published. This accessibility makes it a valuable, up-to-date resource for those engaged in pharmacovigilance and other health-related disciplines. In honor of this milestone, the 75th Anniversary Edition has also been made available as a limited print edition, offering a tangible commemoration of CIOMS’ ongoing commitment to the health sector.

CIOMS invites interested individuals and organizations to download the glossary for free or to order a hardcopy at postal cost. To access the glossary or place an order, click here. his edition represents CIOMS’ enduring role in shaping pharmacovigilance standards worldwide, underscoring its dedication to advancing healthcare quality and safety for another 75 years and beyond.1

References

  1. CIOMS Cumulative Glossary with a Focus on Pharmacovigilance – 75th Anniversary Edition • COUNCIL FOR INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS OF MEDICAL SCIENCES. (2024, October 13). COUNCIL FOR INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS OF MEDICAL SCIENCES. https://cioms.ch/publications/product/cioms-cumulative-glossary-anniversary-edition/

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