YDA, PMA strike continues in Multan

Strike continued at various hospitals in Multan, including the Cardiology institute and the Children’s complex. PHOTO: FILE

GUJRANWALA: The Young doctors’ and Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) strikes continue at government-run hospitals in Multan, with no doctors reporting for duty. Army doctors and officials of the Health department have started working at Nishtar hospital.

The strike continued at various hospitals in Multan, including the Cardiology institute and the Children’s complex.

Young doctors resume duties in Gujranwala

Young doctors in Gujranwala, who had earlier gone on strike, have resumed their duties at Civil hospital, Express News reported on Tuesday. They have also said that the decision to go on strike was wrong.

The doctors have stated that even though they are back on duty, they will continue to support and protect the Young Doctors Association, adding that the government should look into the situation and address their demands.

Strict security arrangements have been made at Civil hospital.

The District Coordination Officer (DCO) of Gujranwala says that there is no longer a need for Army doctors as day to day functions had recommenced. He said Army doctors will be called in when needed.