Health Ministry urges uninterrupted hospital services amid doctors’ protests
Summary
The Health Ministry has urged hospitals in Kathmandu and beyond to ensure uninterrupted inpatient and outpatient services despite ongoing nationwide doctors' protests triggered by an incident at Narayani Hospital in Birgunj.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Health and Food Safety urges hospitals to maintain inpatient and outpatient services despite doctors' protests.
- The protests follow the assault and mistreatment of physicians at Narayani Hospital in Birgunj.
- Ministry spokesperson Dr Samir Adhikari emphasized that healthcare must continue without disruption to patient treatment.
- Authorities including the Health Minister, Health Secretary, doctors' representatives, and local administration are engaged in dialogue to address demands and resolve the dispute.
