ISLAMABAD STAFF REPORTER
A large number of journalists, along with their families, availed free eye checkups at a mobile eye hospital set up at the National Press Club (NPC) Islamabad. The initiative was launched in collaboration with Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital, Rawalpindi, which established a fully-equipped mobile operation center on-site.
During the two-day eye surgical camp, specialist doctors from Al-Shifa Trust provided free consultations, eyeglasses, medicines, and laboratory services to dozens of journalists and their family members. Advanced machines were used to perform laser-assisted (phaco) surgeries on patients suffering from cataracts, and intraocular lenses were also implanted—completely free of charge.
On the first day of the camp, hundreds of patients received medical examinations. Senator Talha Mahmood inaugurated the camp and appreciated the medical services provided, stating that the elected leadership of the National Press Club, under the guidance of senior journalist Afzal Butt, had shown real concern for the health and well-being of its members.
Speaking on the occasion, PFUJ President Afzal Butt commended the efforts of NPC President Azhar Jatoi, Secretary Nayyar Ali, Finance Secretary Waqar Abbasi, and the elected cabinet for organizing this significant initiative. He said the camp ensures that all necessary eye care services are available under one roof without any cost to NPC members and their families.
President Azhar Jatoi added that eye problems are increasingly common due to excessive use of mobile phones and computers. He noted that journalists, due to their demanding professional roles, often neglect their health. With this reality in mind, the NPC leadership arranged the eye surgical camp to offer members a valuable health service. The camp will also remain operational on Sunday.
