The Minister of Health in the caretaker government, Firas Al-Abyad, confirmed that meetings of the Child Protection Committee in the ministry have resulted in several decisions following the recent abuse incident in a nursery.
In a statement to "Voice of Lebanon," Al-Abyad announced that among these decisions is the matter of increased oversight measures, including intensified surprise visits to nurseries, as well as the requirement for operational cameras to record events within the nursery. Anyone who does not comply with these decisions will face measures up to the point of having their license revoked or their nursery shut down.
Al-Abyad indicated that regarding the education and training of the staff in these nurseries, it is necessary to verify that they possess the required certificates. The ministry checks this when granting licenses to nurseries; however, when staff changes occur, it is essential to ensure that new personnel meet the necessary standards.
On the subject of counterfeit medications, Al-Abyad emphasized that the ministry is cooperating with security forces to limit the entry of these drugs through illegal means, and is also working with the Pharmacists' Syndicate to ensure that these medications are not stored in pharmacies. Those who do so will face actions that could result in the closure of their pharmacy.
Al-Abyad noted that the ministry has referred the issue of importing counterfeit vitamins to the public prosecutor, affirming that inspectors are performing their duties and that there will be no leniency towards violators, expressing hope that the judiciary will take strict measures against them.
