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DUBAI (ALETIHAD)
The General Department of Punitive and Correctional Establishments at Dubai Police has provided comprehensive healthcare to a 41-year-old detainee who has had his right leg amputated.
Due to an aging and worn prosthetic limb, the detainee was facing serious medical issues, including injuries and ulcers. In response, the Department swiftly arranged for medical treatment, fitted him with a new prosthetic limb, and enrolled him in six months of physical therapy, a statement issued on Sunday said.
Major General Marwan Abdul Karim Julfar, Director of the General Department of Punitive and Correctional Establishments, stated that this initiative reflects the humanitarian values upheld by the Emirati community in their compassionate treatment of all individuals, including inmates and detainees.
He emphasized that every person entering these facilities undergoes medical examinations according to established procedures to ensure their physical and mental well-being. "Ultimately, we view them as individuals deserving of care, respect, and comprehensive rehabilitation," he added.
Julfar further stated, "This care is not an isolated incident; rather, it is part of a series of humanitarian initiatives carried out regularly to ensure the dignity of detainees of both genders. We aim to provide a rehabilitative environment focusing on health, psychological support, and social well-being. It is essential to emphasize that human rights are a top priority, regardless of a detainee's nationality or legal status."
Elaborating on this particular case, the senior official explained that upon entering detention and before being transferred to correctional establishments, it was discovered that the detainee had ulcers and injuries caused by an ill-fitting prosthetic limb he had been using for over ten years.
"This condition has resulted in poor health and mobility issues, significantly impacting his daily life and physical safety."
Furthermore, Julfar noted, "We referred the detainee to a specialist doctor who provided the necessary treatment and care, including a high-quality new prosthetic limb valued at Dh87,133. This prosthetic was specifically designed for his condition and suited to his amputation.
"Additionally, he was enrolled in a six-month physical therapy program under the supervision of rehabilitation specialists to ensure he could use the new prosthetic comfortably and safely, allowing for natural movement and improving his quality of life within the correctional establishment."
