By Our Correspondent
LAHORE: A delegation of National Women Journalists Forum specially participated in a ceremony held at Riaz Mansoor Trust on the occasion of World Thalassemia Day.
National Women Journalists Forum (Najaf) President Farzana Chaudhry was the chief guest of the prestigious ceremony. The Najaf delegation included Kanwal Naseem, Rabia Azmat, Nabeela Akbar, Zahida Parveen Akram, Khalida Ashfaq, Nadia Amir, Amin Amir and other members along with President Farzana Chaudhry.
President Riaz Mansoor Trust Muhammad Nafees presented a bouquet to President National Women Journalists Forum Farzana on her arrival. Regarding the treatment and other facilities for children with thalassemia, President Riaz Mansoor Trust told the delegation that blood transfusions are done for hundreds of children here, including children and adults with thalassemia from not only Punjab but also from other provinces. In addition to blood transfusion, they are given Rs. 1,000 as rent and on return.
President Riaz Mansoor Trust Hospital Muhammad Anis said that modern operation theaters of international standards have been established in the surgical tower of the hospital, where facilities for gynecological, orthopedic, general surgery, special operations and medicines for eye diseases are provided free of cost to poor patients. In Riaz Mansoor Trust Hospital, a laboratory equipped with modern medical equipment and under the supervision of trained medical staff, blood and other test facilities have been established to provide quality and safe treatment to patients.
The most modern laboratory meets all medical standards. Where tests are conducted under the supervision of modern technology and expert staff. Undoubtedly, the services of this institution for humanity are commendable.
President Farzana Chaudhry said that Riyadh Mansoor Trust is a shining example of service to humanity. Selfless service to the suffering humanity is no less than an act of worship. This hospital is the messiah of thalassemia children and a ray of hope for the parents. There is no doubt that Riyadh Mansoor Trust Hospital is doing a good job of bringing innocent children back to life.
Najaf President Farzana Chaudhry appreciated the efforts of President of Riyadh Mansoor Trust Hospital Muhammad Nafees and said that all of you have brought smiles to the faces of these sick children. National Women Journalists Forum salutes you and your team. He further said that awareness campaign for the prevention of thalassemia is essential for the prevention of this disease. The government should approve the bill for blood screening test before marriage so that this serious blood disease can be prevented. The delegation, led by President Muhammad Nafees and Administrator, also visited various departments of Riaz Mansoor Trust Hospital, Thalassemia Center, Blood Transfusion Center, General Ward.
The delegation visited the children undergoing treatment in Najaf and spent some time with them and prayed for their speedy recovery. The delegation also appreciated the quality treatment facilities provided in the hospital.
