A free specialized surgery programme for children born with cleft lip and palate has been launched at the Government Employees Hospital to help restore them to normal life. Prime Minister's Adviser to the Ministry of Public Administration Ismail Zabiullah inaugurated the programme. Addressing the function as the chief guest, Ismail Zabiullah said, "Globally, one out of every 500 to 600 newborns is born with a cleft lip or palate. In Bangladesh, around 5,000 children face the congenital condition each year." He added, "A successful surgery changes not only a face but also a life." After inaugurating the programme, he announced the government's plans to upgrade every upazila hospital to 101 beds and to provide special services for government officials and employees at the divisional level. He also highlighted the government's coordinated initiatives to raise awareness about congenital defects and ensure timely surgery. Following the inauguration of the free surgery programme, he inaugurated the call centre of the Government Employees Hospital. Secretaries of the Ministries of Public Administration and Health, along with other senior officials concerned, were present at the inaugural.
FAQs
What is the new programme about?
The new programme offers free specialized surgeries for children born with cleft lip and palate, aiming to restore them to normal life.
Who inaugurated the programme?
The programme was inaugurated by Prime Minister's Adviser to the Ministry of Public Administration, Ismail Zabiullah.
What did Ismail Zabiullah say about the programme?
Ismail Zabiullah stated that globally, one out of every 500 to 600 newborns is born with a cleft lip or palate, and in Bangladesh, around 5,000 children face this condition each year. He emphasized that a successful surgery not only changes a face but also a life.
What other initiatives were announced at the event?
Ismail Zabiullah announced plans to upgrade every upazila hospital to 101 beds, provide special services for government officials and employees at the divisional level, and digitalize all hospital operations. He also highlighted initiatives to raise awareness about congenital defects and ensure timely surgery.
