Rawalpindi, Oct. 9 -- The Maryam Nawaz Health Centre in Chhab, located in Jand tehsil of Attock district, is facing a severe healthcare crisis due to prolonged staff shortages, forcing patients to depend on a dispenser for medical consultations and prescriptions. Several residents have reportedly been travelling to hospitals in Rawalpindi to seek treatment, as reported by The Express Tribune.

According to The Express Tribune, six sanctioned doctor positions at the 40-kanal facility remain vacant, leaving the centre struggling to provide essential medical services. A doctor appointed on a temporary basis reportedly worked for just 20 days before proceeding on leave.

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