LAHORE: Punjab Health Minister Dr Yasmin Rashid has received praised on social media for fighting the coronavirus pandemic despite facing her personal struggle with cancer.
Dr Rashid reportedly underwent breast cancer surgery five months back. The treatment was successful and she is in stable condition but is undergoing chemotherapy.
During a press conference on Monday, Rashid reviewed the emerging pandemic situation and the status of available and required facilities. The health minister reviewed the capacity of the system and the status of the availability of more beds for COVID-19 patients.
Despite her own medical condition, the 70-year-old was seen working day and night tirelessly to deal with emergency situations amid the pandemic. A picture of the presser went viral as social media users noted that she has lost her chair due to chemotherapy session.
Rashid received praise for is managing her duties during this pandemic while battling with her treatment for cancer. The Twitterati appreciated her as an unsung hero of the country but also a role model for politicians, ministers and doctors.
She was also hailed for her dedication to her work and truly serving the people, fighting a battle both inside and out while others prayed for her swift recovery.
Despite her cancer treatment, you will see Dr Yasmin Rashid working day and night to deal with emergency situations during corona. Praying for your swift recovery Dr Sahiba pic.twitter.com/KJzyMPLUi9
— Nighat Dad (@nighatdad) April 25, 2021
Dr Yasmin rashid is fighting breast cancer in the midst of global pandemic.Lost all her body hair due to chemo. Gets her chemo done on friday, rests on saturday and sunday and works on all other days. She is genius & one of best in govt
Get well soon Dr sahiba@Dr_YasminRashid pic.twitter.com/VQFTy4Dl1T
— Umar Farooq ???????? (@umaranees2789) April 22, 2021
This is Dr Yasmeen Rashid appreciation tweet. Leading the Covid 19 fight in Punjab while battling cancer, being on chemo.
She’s an inspiration for the younger lot. May Allah bless her with health.
— Sikander Fayyaz Bhadera (@SikanderFayyaz) April 25, 2021
Shoutout to Health Minister of Punjab @Dr_YasminRashid , Such a dedicated lady working tirelessly in the Hard times of COVID-19 along with her ongoing Cancer Treatment…Kudos Dr. Sahiba, a role model for us!#ThankYouYasminRashid pic.twitter.com/xJkwbTYZIy
— Haider Ali (@Its_AliHyder) April 25, 2021
