Pakistan
PM announces campaign to eradicate Hepatitis C
He reiterated government's firm dedication to overcome the challenges posed by Hepatitis
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Islamabad: On World Hepatitis Day, being observed today, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a nationwide campaign aimed at eradicating Hepatitis C.
In his message, the Prime Minister reiterated government's firm dedication to overcome the challenges posed by Hepatitis.
He said as a part of this noble endeavour, our focus will be on decentralizing testing and treatment centers, ensuring that the services provided are tailored to the needs of our citizens, in alignment with the Global Strategy.
The Prime Minister reassured that every citizen would have free access to screening and treatment facilities for Hepatitis C.
Shehbaz Sharif recalled that during his tenure as Chief Minister Punjab, Pakistan Kidney and Liver Transplant Institute project, a milestone in the provision of state-of-the-art medical facilities to kidney and liver patients, was established along with modern Hepatitis Filter Clinics that were set up in all the 36 districts of Punjab.
He said we have done it before and we will do it again.
The Prime Minister said on this World Hepatitis Day, let us stand united in our efforts to raise awareness, support those affected by viral hepatitis, and work towards a future free from the burden of this disease.
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