Nationwide Health Services Halted Over Doctor Assault
Summary
Health services nationwide are halted except for emergencies following an assault on doctors at Narayani Hospital, Birgunj. Doctors and health workers demand security and an end to workplace violence.
Key Points
- Health services across Nepal, except emergencies, have been halted in protest of an attack on doctors at Narayani Hospital in Birgunj.
- Health workers demand protection and an end to violence against medical staff in health institutions.
- Doctors held a demonstration at Maitighar Mandala in Kathmandu with slogans calling for safety and respect for doctors.
- The protest will continue until perpetrators are punished and doctors' security is ensured in the workplace.
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