Punjab Health Minister Dr. Yasmin Rashid reached Services Institute of Medical Institute on a surprise visit to check the facilities on Corona Isolation Ward at SIMS. Principal SIMS Professor Mehmud Ayaz and Medical Superintendent Dr. Iftikhar gave detailed briefing to the Minister on the measures adopted in the wake of increasing threat of Corona in the country and Punjab. The Minister expressed satisfaction on the availability of facilities and said the government is utilizing all available resources to ensure provision of best quality services. “So far one patient has been confirmed positive in Punjab and his condition is not serious. We are ensuring the implementation of SOPs for treatment. Through a Monitoring cell, all the facilities are sharing their regular updates on Corona. Further, regular updates are being shared with all stakeholders,” the Minister said. In her message, the Minister said that public must observe precautionary measures especially those related to hand washing.
