The Media Center of the Council of Ministers has been accused of spreading false information regarding the government’s intention to cancel treatment at the expense of the state. In a statement released on Saturday, the center denied the reports and clarified that there is no truth to the cancellation of treatment at the state’s expense.
The Ministry of Health and Population was contacted to address the issue, and they confirmed that no decisions were made to cancel treatment at the state’s expense. They emphasized that the implementation of treatment decisions at the expense of the state will continue, with all medical services, including surgeries, medicines, and medical examinations, provided free of charge.
According to the Ministry, approximately 1,184,000 treatment decisions were issued at the expense of the state, costing 5,742,611,000 pounds, from January 2023 to May 1, 2023. The Ministry urged citizens not to be misled by false news and to rely on official sources for accurate information.
The treatment decisions covered various specialties, including blood diseases, tumors, nose and ear, surgery, gynecology, eyes, bones, urology, internal medicine, as well as skin and neurological diseases.
The Media Center of the Council of Ministers, along with media outlets and social media users, were urged to ensure accuracy and objectivity in disseminating news. The Ministry emphasized the importance of verifying information with relevant authorities before publishing, as spreading false information can lead to citizen anger.
For inquiries, the Ministry’s website (mohp.gov.eg) can be referred to. To report rumors or false information, the Cabinet Media Center can be contacted through WhatsApp numbers (01155508688 – 01155508851) or by email (rumors@idsc.net.eg).
It is crucial for the media and individuals to exercise responsibility and verify information before spreading it, especially when it concerns public health and government policies.
How can individuals ensure they are receiving reliable and accurate information regarding government decisions and public health matters amidst the circulating misinformation
The Media Center of the Council of Ministers has come under fire for allegedly spreading false information about the government’s decision to cancel state-funded treatments. However, the center has categorically denied these reports and emphasized that there is no truth to the claims of treatment cancellations.
To further clarify the situation, the Ministry of Health and Population has been consulted, and they have confirmed that no decisions have been made to cancel state-funded treatments. They have reassured the public that all medical services, including surgeries, medications, and medical examinations, will continue to be provided free of charge.
In fact, the Ministry revealed that a staggering 1,184,000 treatment decisions were issued at the state’s expense, costing a total of 5,742,611,000 pounds, from January 2023 to May 1, 2023. These decisions covered a wide range of medical specialties, ensuring that citizens receive the necessary care for conditions such as blood diseases, tumors, ear and nose issues, surgical procedures, gynecological problems, eye diseases, bone issues, urological conditions, internal medicine cases, as well as skin and neurological diseases.
Given the misinformation circulating, the Ministry urges citizens not to be misled by false news and to rely on official sources for accurate information. They also call upon the Media Center of the Council of Ministers, media outlets, and social media users to ensure the utmost accuracy and objectivity when disseminating news. The Ministry stresses the importance of verifying information with relevant authorities before publishing, as spreading false information can incite public anger.
To obtain reliable information or make inquiries, individuals can visit the Ministry’s website at mohp.gov.eg. Additionally, any rumors or false information can be reported directly to the Cabinet Media Center through WhatsApp at 01155508688 or 01155508851, or via email at rumors@idsc.net.eg.
As we collectively face public health challenges and navigate government policies, it is imperative for both the media and individuals to exercise responsibility and verify information before sharing, particularly when it pertains to public health and government decisions.
