Emergency medicines sent to 17 districts in KP

PESHAWAR: Health Minister Syed Qasim Ali Shah handed over the first consignment of emergency medicines worth Rs2.9 billion to district health officers and hospitals in 17 districts of the province, including tribal districts.

He handed over these medicines while visiting the Warehouse of the Health Department, said a handout.Director-General Health Dr. Shaukat Ali, Additional DG Administration Dr. Siraj, Director Public Health Dr. Irshad Roghani and DHOs from various districts were also present on the occasion.

Speaking to the media, the health minister said that emergency medicines have been dispatched for all hospitals across the province. A total of 47 different types of emergency medicines have been included in this essential supply.

The health minister highlighted that the shortage of essential medicines was a significant challenge for the new government, as hospitals had been facing shortages for the past six months. He expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur for ensuring the provision of medicines on priority basis. Approximately three billion rupees have been released for medicines, ensuring their availability for patients in hospitals; otherwise, hospitals would not benefit from such funds.The Health Minister stated that preparations are underway for timely procurement of medicines. “Sixteen percent of the provincial budget will be allocated for health,” he added.