Lahore:
The chief minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, launched a program of “insulin card” for children suffering from type I congenital diabetes.
She launched the program with Pakistan Post Riders, visiting children’s houses to put the cards back. According to a statement, she went to Wasay Adnan in Sabzazar, and Zainab Waheed and Zain Shahzad in the city of Jamil to give them the cards.
The chief minister also presented insulin, gluometer strips and needle boxes to patients.
The youngest among three brothers and sisters, Wasay, five, suffers from birth diabetes. The chief minister also published directives to ensure the control and processing of Zain’s eyes. Upon arrival, a huge crowd gathered on the roofs and streets. The CM also took selfies with girls at their request.
Speaking to the families of the beneficiaries, she said: “I can understand the pain and anxiety of children suffering from diabetes. The free insulin program for young children was launched at the real demand of poor parents and the terrible need for children.
She underlined: “Children’s health is above all important for the Punjab government. For the first time, children receive gluomaries and test bands with insulin. Children are the brilliant future of the nation and all resources are placed at their disposal. The rapid propagation of diabetes in children is a matter of serious concern.”
The chief minister was informed in a briefing on the program that, during the first phase, 1,500 children will receive insulin at their door. Pakistan riders will check the insulin card by scanning on an application. After scanning, insulin will be given to patients.
