The Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department Punjab has started the mass screening drive of health professionals across the province. The screening is being conducted in all health facilities and all medical professionals, paramedical and support staff. It would continue till October 15.
Minister for Primary and Secondary Healthcare Khawaja Imran Nazir said, "The safety, security and well being of health professionals features on top of our priority list. The screening for HIV, Hepatitis B, C, vaccination for Hepatitis B, Malaria and blood sugar will be conducted. I will emphasize that healthcare professionals work day and night to serve patients and their work needs to be appreciated."
Secretary Primary and Secondary Healthcare Department Ali Jan Khan said that all necessary arrangements have been made across the Punjab. "The arrangements for the mass screening drive have been made for over 50 thousand healthcare professionals as well as similar number of support staff in all facilities."
The secretary further said, "A lot of hard work has been done to mark the health day for health professionals. From designing to logistics, monitoring and technological support, our team has put up great efforts. The screening will be conducted over two days with one reserve day for those missing out due to valid reasons."