Local Medicament Covers 93% of Local Market

  DAMASCUS_ (ST) Minister of Health Dr. Saad al-Nayef yesterday  discussed with Head of Mission of the International Committee of the Red  Cross  (ICRC)  in Damascus, Ms. Marianne Gasser, developments of the health sector in Syria, and  mechanisms of cooperation  between the two sides especially in  providing quality drugs and medical equipments

The Minister stressed that  in cooperation  with friendly countries, international organization and NGO’s , necessary medical services are delivered  for citizens ,despite the economicesiege imposed on Syria and the terrorists attacks against health centers targeting  their medical crews  and emergency systems..

” locally manufactured drugs are available and cover 93% of the needs of the  local market .” said Minister of Health Dr. Saad  al-Nayef said.

 ” The real problem is the difficulty in importing  generic medicament, especially for  cancer ,multiple sclerosis , liver diseases and biological and hormonal medicine ,” the minister added, expressing hope that ICRC will facilitate the import of these drugs.

Ms. Gasser stressed  ICRC support for the health sector in Syria , particularly in ensuring  quality drugs and medical equipment.

She added  that ICRC efforts in the next phase will focus on assessing   the humanitarian situation and  support Syrian areas, hosting large number of affected citizens.

T. Fateh