Charge drunkards and ?

25 January 2011 05:54 pm Views - 5188

Health Minister Maithripala Sirisena who had taken steps to charge fees at state hospitals for injuries sustained as a result of drunken behavior or drunk driving is now suggesting charging for the medical treatment of those attempting to commit suicide.

He made this suggestion while Addressing a ceremony held in connection with the opening of a dispensary at Borella- south constructed by the Colombo Municipal Council.

Meanwhile the Government has decided to go ahead with the decision to charge fees from those  who are treated at state hospitals for injuries sustained as a result of drunken behavior or drunk driving.

Minister Sirisena said that they will be charged a medical expense of Rs. 2,000 on the recommendation of the doctors from February 1st.  (Sandun A. Jayasekera)