Ashrafuddin Pirzada
LANDIKOTAL: On Tuesday, World Health Organization(WHO) representative in Pakistan Inaugurated the Nutrition Stabilization Center and Clean Drinking Water Plant in the district Headquarters hospital in Landikotal.
World Health Organization(WHO) representative Doctor Palitha Mahipala visited Landikotal and inaugurated the Nutrition Stabilization Center (NSC) and a clean drinking water plant in the district headquarters hospital.
Palitha Mahipala said the newly established Nutrition Stabilization Center supported by WHO Pakistan would provide critical and life-saving treatment to severely acute malnourished (SAM) children. He said It would also offer therapeutic feeding, medication and management of complications associated with SAM.
He said the centre would also provide education and counselling on nutrition, hygiene, and healthcare to parents and caregivers, ensuring a comprehensive approach to improving the health and well-being of families in Landikotal.
Dr, Mahipala also met with the Medical Superintendent of District Headquarters Hospital (DHQ) Dr Jamshid Sherani and visited various departments in the hospital.
He said Landikotal is an underdeveloped and marginalized area where health facilities must be ensured. Dr Mahipala reiterated WHO’s commitment to the “Health for All” principle and highlighted the efforts made to enhance the healthcare system in remote areas.
Emphasizing the importance of access to clean drinking water he highlighted that contaminated water can lead to severe diseases, including diarrhoea and cholera.
He said every individual has access to clean drinking water which is crucial for promoting public health and preventing waterborne illnesses.
During his visit, Dr, Mahipala also observed the Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI) activities and processes at the healthcare facility in Landikotal. He said the WHO remained committed to supporting and strengthening efforts to eliminate polio from Pakistan, working closely with local authorities and healthcare providers.
Dr Sherani said the visit and inaugurations in Landikotal reflect WHO’s dedication to improving public health, particularly in underprivileged and remote areas.
He said the initiatives aimed to provide vital healthcare services, address nutritional challenges and ensure access to safe drinking water for the benefit of the local population.
The Medical Superintendent of DHQ Hospital Dr Jamshid Sherani expressed his gratitude for the generous support provided by WHO and Dr, Mahipala’s visit to Landikotal. He acknowledged the challenges faced by the local population due to a weak healthcare system and identified the gaps and issues in the health facility.
The collaboration between WHO and DHQ Hospital in Landikotal aimed to address these challenges and improve healthcare services for the people of Landikotal,dr Jamshid said.
