Bhat Sahil
Kulgam, Jun 06: A large number of residents from Yaripora and surrounding areas assembled at Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Yaripora on Thursday to express concerns regarding healthcare services and infrastructure at the hospital.
Participants stated that nearly 200 villages are dependent on SDH Yaripora for medical care and urged the authorities to strengthen healthcare facilities to meet the growing needs of the population.
Among the key demands raised by the residents were the appointment of specialist doctors, including gynecologists and ophthalmologists, regular availability of ultrasound (USG) services, establishment of a blood bank, dialysis facilities, laparoscopic surgery services along with qualified specialists, advanced life support ambulances, and improved maintenance of hospital washrooms.
Residents emphasized that the lack of several essential healthcare services often compels patients to travel long distances for treatment. They appealed to the hospital administration and concerned authorities to address these issues at the earliest.
Responding to the concerns, the concerned Block Medical Officer (BMO), Dr. A.B. Gani Poswal, said that some of the facilities requested by the public are already available at the hospital, while work on several other services is currently in progress.
“We are making every possible effort to ensure that patients do not face difficulties and that quality healthcare services are provided to the people,” Dr. Poswal said.
The gathering concluded with residents expressing hope that the administration would take necessary measures to further improve healthcare services at SDH Yaripora.
