CII donates PPE kits to health workers

Tribune News Service

Ludhiana, May 11

Essential healthcare items, including PPE kits, N95 respirators, three-layer surgical masks, face shields, oximeters, doppler, medical supplies as multivitamins and logistic infrastructure such as mattress, water dispenser and printer etc., were donated by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to Urban Primary Health Center, Model Town.

The CII is also supporting ASHA workers who act as a bridge between communities and healthcare system. The CII came forward to applause these unsung heroes and gave them protective gear, sanitisers, handwash, food essentials and sanitary napkins to them.

“At this time, our health workers are working odd hours and long shifts, such backing was much needed. Support to ASHA workers is so touching. It’s the gesture that counts,” said Dr Harman Sidhu, in-charge, UPHC Model Town.

Ashpreet, Chairman, CII, Ludhiana Zone, said, “During these testing times, we stand committed to support the front line workers and the district administration. Over the past year, the CII has contributed on several critical fronts in response to Covid-19, including food security for the most vulnerable; supporting the well-being of healthcare workers and facilitating matching donations.”