IOM launches health facilities for FFs in Cox's Bazar

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), in collaboration with Cox's Bazar district administration, has opened a new health clinic for veteran freedom fighters in Cox's Bazar, reports UNB.

Some of the freedom fighters who are still alive have been suffering from age-related diseases and complications and are thus in need of regular health checkups and access to appropriate health care, IOM said on Monday.

IOM implemented the project with support of United Nations Central Emergency Response Fund (UNCERF).

The district administration estimates there are currently 365 freedom fighters in Cox's Bazar - most of them are over 65 years old.

In Cox's Bazar, IOM's health teams provide emergency and primary health care services to both host community members and Rohingya refugees in Ukhiya and Teknaf Upazilas.