Written by Nayla Barakat
Manama, May 12 (BNA) Hamad Kanoo Health Center organized a free consultation for patients in the framework of International Nursing Day.
The celebrations highlighted a presentation presented by various clinics within the center providing health care services.
The clinics that participated in the event were Dentistry, Physiotherapy, Pediatric Colon Health, Noncommunicable Diseases and others.
Physiotherapist at the center, Laila Ahmed Madani, said that the nursing department at the health center provides free consultations to patients on a special occasion.
“We will educate the public if they have any questions regarding any medical issues related to children’s colon health, orthopedic issues, among others,” she said.
“We also have our nursing staff to educate the public about hand hygiene. We also have a dental department that provides free consultations on how to brush your teeth and on how to take care of your teeth.”
She added that the laboratory department is also involved in conducting blood tests for hemoglobin and blood sugar.
The event was held as part of Bahrain’s celebration of International Nursing Day on May 12 to highlight the efforts, contributions and initiatives of the nursing staff in serving the health sector.
This year’s celebration comes under the slogan “The Voice of Leadership – Investing in Nursing and Honoring Rights to Secure Global Health” to highlight the achievements and support the role played by the nursing staff in the health sector and addressing the Corona virus epidemic.
The Ministry of Health stressed the importance of supporting nursing staff, providing training, encouraging new skills, and investing in the health sector.