1820 patients examined, 219 operated at free eye camps in Afghanistan

1820 patients examined, 219 operated at free eye camps in Afghanistan

ISLAMABAD, Nov 20 (APP): The Pak-Afghan Cooperation Forum is holding free eye camps in Khost and Kabul cities of Afghanistan where 1820 patients were checked up and another 219 went through eye surgeries during the first two days.

The Forum organized a free eye camp at Public Health Office in Khost from November 18-20 and would hold a similar facility from November 22-24 at Jinnah Hospital Kabul.

The patients, also coming from remote areas, expressed satisfaction over his treatment without any cost by Pakistani surgeons.

1820 patients examined, 219 operated at free eye camps in Afghanistan

According to the Forum, as the winter season is nearing in, a humanitarian crisis particularly related to health looms over Afghanistan. It was high time the international community moved forward to serve humanity.

By Ishtiaq Rao

Ishtiaq Ahmed is a Sr. Reporter who reports on Prime Minister, President, Foreign Office, and special assignments. Backed by 20-year experience, he has written for local and foreign newspapers. Reach out at 03335293238/ [email protected]/ X: ishtiaqrao

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