Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC) has closed an illegally operated access route to its emergency department following an incident involving an assault on doctors.
The decision has been taken as part of efforts to strengthen security arrangements at the hospital and ensure a safer environment for doctors, patients and other healthcare staff.
The Young Doctors Association (YDA) has welcomed the security measures, expressing support for steps aimed at protecting medical professionals and maintaining discipline within the hospital premises.
The incident has once again highlighted concerns regarding the safety of healthcare workers in medical institutions. The closure of the unauthorized route is being viewed as a step towards improving security and preventing similar incidents in the future.
