Parbatipur:Social Welfare and Women and Children Affairs Minister Prof Dr AZM Zahid Hossain has praised the maternal and child healthcare services at LAMB Hospital, located in Parbatipur of Dinajpur district.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Dr Zahid specifically highlighted the hospital's treatment of mothers suffering from obstetric fistula and their rehabilitation post-recovery. He announced that necessary support would be provided by the concerned ministries to train healthcare providers, aiming to expand and strengthen medical services, including fistula treatment, nationwide.
The commendation was made during Dr Zahid's address at the closing ceremony of LAMB Hospital's five-day Golden Jubilee celebration under the theme 'A Legacy of 50 Years'. The ceremony, held at the LAMB English Medium School ground in Parbatipur upazila town, featured various events such as a fair and a photo gallery.
The event, presided over by LAMB Board Chair Dr Christine Lewis Prenger, was marked by speeches from several dignitaries. LAMB Executive Director Dr David Chandran delivered the welcome address, while Stacy Saha, a volunteer from LAMB USA, presented on the hospital's achievements over 50 years. Special guests included AZM Rezwanul Haque MP, Professor Dr Pravath Chandra Biswas, and LAMB USA's Executive Director Kyle Scott.
The event also saw participation from representatives of Women's Hope International, MCC, LHCF, and UNFPA. Commemorative tokens of honor were presented to guests on behalf of LAMB.
Throughout the celebrations, the hospital's significant milestones and contributions to health and community development were highlighted, emphasizing its commitment to maternal, child, and women's health among marginalized populations in rural areas.