Health minister says doctors aren't truly committed to helping patients.

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Published: 5/3/2023 10:27:03 AM
Moudud Ahmmed Sujan

Moudud Ahmmed Sujan

Md Anwar Hossain Howlader, secretary of the Health Services Division, claimed today that despite government initiatives to improve the nation's healthcare facilities, doctors lack sincerity in treating patients.

"In a select few hospitals, doctors have been known to gossip. They don't focus on the patients, which is unacceptable. Speaking at the opening session of a conference on sexual and reproductive rights, Howlader made the statement.

The event at a city hotel was organized by the International Centre for Diarrheal Disease and Research (icddr,b).

Howlader asserted that every person has a right to access sexual and reproductive healthcare. Therefore, it is important to create a welcoming hospital environment to prevent harassment of patients.

Two distinguished gynecologists were honored at the event with the SRHR (Sexual and Reproductive Health) Excellence Award 2023: National Professor Shahla Khatun and Prof. TA Chowdhury, as well as public health expert Halida Hanum Akter. Participants in the day-long scientific sessions included medical professionals and researchers in public health from various organizations.

Young researchers presented their proposals and creative ideas at the event, which may help ensure patients' access to sexual and reproductive healthcare, especially for key populations like sex workers, transgender people, and drug addicts.
 

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