Like other sectors, the healthcare sector in Gilgit-Baltistan is facing acute shortage of funds along with other medical facilities. Medicine is often of substandard quality as it is purchased cheaply or is not available at all. Poor hygienic conditions add fuel to fire. Of the budget only around three percent is allocated to healthcare as opposed to other expenses, such as salaries of employees and power. In most cases, surgeries and operations are referred to Islamabad which adds greatly to the financial burden of the patients and their families. The authorities concerned should look into the matter and try to remedy the situation at their earliest.
Shakir H Shamim
Skardu
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