Two diagnostic centres in Chankharpul, Dhaka, have been shut down by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) following allegations of multiple irregularities. Active Diagnostic and Health Aid were closed during a drive conducted by the DGHS.
The centres were accused of issuing fake pathology reports, bringing patients from Dhaka Medical through a network of brokers, and providing substandard healthcare services.
FAQs
Why were the diagnostic centres shut down?
The centres were shut down due to multiple irregularities including issuing fake pathology reports, bringing patients through brokers, and providing substandard healthcare services.
Had the centres been warned before?
Yes, the institutions had previously been warned and given opportunities to improve their standards.
What action was taken previously?
A few months ago, a mobile court conducted drives at the institutions, resulting in arrests, fines of Taka 150,000, and temporary closure. They were later allowed to resume operations on the condition of rectifying deficiencies.
What led to the final closure?
The final closure came after the centres were again found involved in the same irregularities despite previous warnings and conditions.
