Delft, Analaitivu hospitals get Government attention

Colombo, June 28 (Daily Mirror) - The health facilities of Delft and Analaitivu Islands have received special attention from the government following an inspection visit by Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa.

The Minister’s visit focused on improving healthcare services for thousands of residents living in the Northern Province’s island communities.

Officials said the inspection was carried out to directly observe the conditions of island hospitals and understand the practical difficulties faced by healthcare workers and residents.

The Minister reviewed issues including medicine supplies, availability of doctors and nurses, medical equipment, ambulance and emergency transport arrangements, and public health services.

Speaking during the visit, Dr. Jayatissa said improving healthcare facilities in remote areas remains a priority and that steps would be taken to provide continuous and quality medical care to island residents.

He also met healthcare staff and community members to collect feedback on existing problems and possible solutions.

Authorities said that Delft and Analaitivu are important island communities where residents depend mainly on fishing, livestock activities, and small-scale farming, while many others travel to the islands daily for work and tourism.

The visit marks a further move by the government to strengthen healthcare access and services in the Northern islands.