Sri Lanka, Jan. 5 -- A special programme has been introduced by the Ministry of Health with the aim of providing high-quality, nutritious and appetizing meals for patients receiving inpatient care at government hospitals.

The pilot phase of the program is scheduled to commence tomorrow (06) at the Apeksha Hospital in Maharagama.

According to the Health Ministry, a key feature of the initiative is the discontinuation of the traditional single-plate meal system. Under the new model, patients will be served meals using a customized plate system, in which rice, vegetables, greens, and protein sources (meat, fish, or eggs) are presented separately.

Medical experts have noted that the structured presentation enhances patients' appetite and p...