PPA demands security for ASH doctors.

KARACHI -- The Pakistan Pediatric Association (PPA) has strongly condemned the recent incidents of violence and harassment at the Abbasi Shaheed Hospital (ASH) following the death of a child under treatment at the hospital.

In a press release, the association demanded that the government take strict action against the culprits as it is not possible for the medical staff to perform duties in a threatening and violent environment.

'Doctors try their best to save patients' lives and improve the health status of children. But, quality care could only be achieved when the hospital staff is...