The PSSP program, which stands for Public Sector Strengthening Partnership, is a crucial initiative geared towards improving the quality of health services in Sri Lanka, particularly in underprivileged and remote regions. The program serves as a platform that unites various partnerships and stakeholders to proactively work towards improving the wellbeing of community members while addressing societal health demands.
The PSSP program has been one of Sri Lanka's most essential programs, and its efforts include enhancing healthcare infrastructure, providing critical treatment, offering support during emergencies, and even salvaging lives in some cases. And on the 24th of March 2023, a PSSP program was held in Anamaduwa Base Hospital, which welcomed some of the most influential and knowledgeable stakeholders in the project.
To ensure that the program runs smoothly and produces the desired outcomes, several dignitaries were present, including the clergy, Dr. Jayasundara Bandara, the Director of PSSP program, Dr. Sheryl Balasingham, the CCP-NCD, Dr. Suranga Dolamulla, the Director laboratory services, DPDHS, RPDHS, MOH, AGA, and the Police. Each one of them provided valuable insights and support that drove the success of the program.
Throughout the day-long event, discussions centered around how to improve health care provision in Anamaduwa Base Hospital and had vital input from community members who participated in the program as the ultimate beneficiaries. The discussions revolved around upgrading healthcare facilities and equipment, providing healthcare to vulnerable individuals, rolling out health campaigns, increasing awareness, and advocating for early detection of diseases.
The CCP-NCD, Dr. Sheryl Balasingham, praised the organizers, the PSSP program, and its Director, Dr. Bandara, for their utmost dedication and efforts towards promoting health and better lives for Sri Lanka's underprivileged communities. She also called on community members to embrace and utilize the health services provided by the program.
Overall, Anamaduwa Base Hospital's PSSP program of March 2023 celebrated the incredible strides made in improving health care in Sri Lanka. And with a keen focus on collaboration, partnerships, and community engagement, it is clear that many more positive health outcomes will be achieved under the PSSP program umbrella.
