For the first time in the country, the Ministry of Public Health of the IEA inaugurated a national hospital for cancer diagnosis and treatment, which has commenced its services
The ceremony was attended by the Minister of Public Health, Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali; ministry deputies and directors; representatives of government institutions; the Iranian Ambassador to Afghanistan, Ali Reza Bigdeli; and representatives of international organizations and the media.
His Excellency Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali stated that the hospital is being inaugurated through joint efforts and is expected to become a source of treatment and hope for cancer patients. He added that specialized training programs for internal specialists will soon begin, with necessary improvements underway to provide advanced facilities.
The Minister added that, with India’s cooperation, radiotherapy services will be provided at the hospital. India has so far contributed one million dollars in aid for cancer treatment, including ten tons of medicines and medical equipment. He also urged the public, especially investors and charitable organizations, to support cancer patients.
The Deputy Minister for Health Services, Mawlawi Abdul Wali Haqqani, said that over the past four years, the Ministry of Public Health has taken major steps to strengthen healthcare, including opening a national hospital for pediatric heart surgeries and cancer treatment. He added that, with the support of development partners, the ministry aims to improve services so citizens will not need to seek treatment abroad.
Sheikh Muhammad Tahir Halim, Chief of Staff of the Ministry of Public Health, said it is a great joy that, through the efforts of the respected Minister and the blessing of the esteemed Amir ul-Mu’minin, the long-held wish of the people has been fulfilled with the inauguration of the national cancer hospital.
Dr. Muhammad Shafiq Amin, Director of the National Cancer Program, said the hospital marks the start of new advancements in cancer treatment, with more facilities to come. He added that today they are not just opening a hospital, but opening doors of hope.
European Union representatives, alongside their comprehensive remarks, assured continued support for cancer diagnosis and treatment.
