Health and Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that Sri Lanka’s remarkable health indicators are a testament to the dedication and tireless efforts of all healthcare professionals operating within the free healthcare system.
Dr. Jayatissa made these remarks during a series of special discussions aimed at addressing professional issues faced by healthcare workers. These discussions, held with representatives of various trade unions, also sought to gather suggestions and contributions from these unions to further improve the healthcare sector.
The Minister commended the commitment of healthcare professionals who carry out their responsibilities diligently while fostering mutual understanding among the various professions in the sector. He noted that creating an environment free of strikes and protests, where services are prioritised, is achievable through timely and fair resolutions to their issues. He further assured his unwavering commitment to taking all lawful and just measures to address these concerns promptly.
As part of the dialogue, Dr. Jayatissa held extensive discussions with representatives of key trade unions, including those representing doctors, nurses, public health officers, emergency inspection officers, and telecommunications operators within the healthcare system. He acknowledged the validity of many of the concerns raised and pledged to provide systematic and equitable solutions to these challenges. Reflecting on past successes, Dr. Jayatissa highlighted the elimination of diseases such as malaria, filariasis, neonatal tetanus, polio, and mother-to-child transmission of HIV in Sri Lanka. He attributed these achievements to the unwavering commitment and tireless efforts of the healthcare workforce.
He further stated that the country’s free healthcare system now operates on par with those of developed nations. He expressed his gratitude to all healthcare professionals for maintaining this high standard of service delivery, which has laid a solid foundation for the system’s continued progress.
The discussions included participation of Health Secretary Dr. Anil Jasinghe and Additional Secretaries Wathsala Priyadarshani, Chamika Gamage, and K.P. Yogachandra, along with Deputy Director Generals, Directors, and numerous trade union representatives.
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