Bagerhat:State Minister for Forest, Environment and Climate Change Sheikh Faridul Islam has called for legal measures against unauthorized clinics and diagnostic centers in Bagerhat, aiming to safeguard patients and ensure quality healthcare.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the directive was issued during a meeting on dengue prevention and preparedness at the 250-bed Bagerhat General Hospital. The meeting took place on Saturday afternoon and focused on the necessity of a lawful and quality healthcare system.
The state minister emphasized vigilance against healthcare facilities lacking the necessary approvals and insisted on legal action against such institutions. He warned that any negligence on this matter would not be tolerated.
Participants at the meeting discussed various strategies for dengue prevention, including public awareness campaigns and the provision of adequate medical services in hospitals. Emphasis was placed on maintaining cleanliness, eliminating stagnant water, and eradicating Aedes mosquito breeding grounds.
Sheikh Faridul highlighted the importance of coordinated efforts by health officials and the administration to ensure early identification and proper treatment of dengue patients, as well as enhancing hospitals' readiness for such cases.
The meeting was attended by Bagerhat District Council Administrator Barrister Sheikh Md Zakir Hossain, Deputy Commissioner Golam Md Baten, 250-bed General Hospital Superintendent Dr. Asim Kumar Samadder, Superintendent of Police Md Jamilur Islam, and Resident Medical Officer Tapas Kumar Sarkar, along with officials from various departments and health authorities.