KATHMANDU: BP Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital in Bharatpur is celebrating its 25th anniversary, and today is National Cancer Awareness Day. President Ram Chandra Paudel stressed the significance of giving health services to the impoverished and defenseless priority throughout the program. He reminded medical professionals and hospitals that access to healthcare is a fundamental right guaranteed by the Constitution, and he asked them to concentrate their efforts on these at-risk groups.
President Paudel emphasized in his speech that it is the duty of health care providers to guarantee that the underprivileged receive proper medical care. He conveyed his belief that the public and private sectors will collaborate to provide high-quality healthcare by utilizing cutting-edge technology, skilled labor, and contemporary medical equipment.
The President applauded Chitwan's growth as a center for health services, pointing out that advances in technology and infrastructure might make it unnecessary for locals to travel to Kathmandu in search of better treatment alternatives. This initiative is considered a major step in improving Chitwan residents' access to healthcare.
He also urged the federal government to concentrate on developing the human resources required for successfully treating, preventing, and controlling cancer. He emphasized the value of research and development in the field of cancer treatment and called for hospital services to be streamlined and standards to be raised to an international level.
A notable instance of the government's 2049 BS decentralization initiative is the BP Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital. With support from the Chinese government, the hospital was established in 2057 BS, and Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala oversaw its opening.
The hospital has undergone improvements to accommodate 500 beds, indicating its commitment to growing capacity and improving patient care. Originally built to contain 100 beds. This development is part of ongoing efforts to enhance Nepal's healthcare system.
In the fiscal year 2023–2024, the hospital reported treating 188,514 patients, with 6,795 of the diagnoses being linked to cancer. These figures demonstrate how important the hospital is to providing the healthcare needs of the community.
The statements made by President Paudel highlight the need for a cooperative strategy in healthcare that gives priority to populations that are most at risk while raising the standard of treatment provided in Nepal. His demands for improved medical technology and human resource development are intended to guarantee that every citizen has access to the quality healthcare they are entitled to.
