Key Takeaways
- The Punjab Healthcare Commission has sealed 1,037 illegal clinics.
- Lahore recorded the highest number of closures with 220 premises.
- The operation targeted unauthorized medical practitioners across the province.
The Punjab Healthcare Commission (PHC) has intensified its crackdown on illegal clinics, sealing 1,037 premises across the province. According to a spokesperson, the commission inspected 3,457 premises during the operation.
Lahore led the closures with 220 sealed clinics, followed closely by Gujranwala with 111. Multan saw 107 closures, while Rawalpindi and Faisalabad each had 64 and 63 sealed clinics respectively. Dera Ghazi Khan and Sargodha each had 55 and 50 sealed premises, respectively.
Sheikhupura and Sahiwal also saw significant closures, with 35 and 31 sealed clinics, respectively. The spokesperson did not provide a breakdown for the remaining districts, but the total number of sealed premises stands at 1,037.
The PHC's operations against unauthorized medical practitioners are ongoing, with the spokesperson stating that the crackdown is continuing throughout Punjab. However, the exact period covered by the latest inspection and closure figures was not specified.
The move is part of the PHC's broader efforts to ensure public safety and prevent the practice of quackery, which can pose significant health risks to the public. The commission's actions are aimed at protecting the health and well-being of residents in Punjab.
The spokesperson emphasized the importance of adhering to proper medical standards and regulations, warning that those found operating illegal clinics face severe penalties. The PHC is urging the public to report any unlicensed medical practitioners to ensure the safety and health of the community.
The operation highlights the PHC's commitment to maintaining high standards of healthcare in Punjab and ensuring that only qualified medical practitioners are providing services to the public.
