Early detection is vital in helping the development of the differently-abled. This will open up pathways for early intervention to reduce the impact of being differently-abled among children, and at the same time increase their chances of being more independent in adulthood. The Minister of Health who is also the Deputy Chairman of the Pantai Jerudong Specialist Centre, PJSC Board of Directors stressed the matter at the Launching of the International of Persons with Disabilities, yesterday morning.
Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Doctor Awang Haji Mohammad Isham bin Haji Jaafar said rehabilitation services are very important to help in reducing the impact of various health problems on the children and assist them in reaching and maintaining optimal functionality. In this matter, the Minister of Health explained that the Ministry is collaborating with PJSC in providing rehabilitation services for adult patients with various health problems to enable them to continue life as normal.
The expression of various daily life challenges faced by the differently-abled was showcased in a short film by Awang Hadi Hisyamuddin bin Hamzah, a stroke and spinal cord injury patient undergoing rehabilitation.
The function continued with a presentation of certificates of appreciation to differently-abled patients, organisations and vendors taking part in the exhibition. This year’s theme is ‘Transformative Solutions for Inclusive Development: The Role of Innovation in Fueling an Accessible and Equitable World’. The function organised by the Brunei Neuroscience Stroke and Rehabilitation Centre, took place at PJSC, Jerudong.
Source: Radio Television Brunei