Verawaty Smiles Again
Verawaty Fajrin has received the decent medical care she deserved. She can now smile again, but her case has raised concerns about the government’s health scheme for former national athletes.
Minister of Youth and Sports Zainudin Amali visits badminton legend Verawaty Fajrin who has lung cancer at Dharmais Cancer Hospital, Jakarta, Monday (20/9/2021). The government through President Joko Widodo and the Ministry of Youth and Sports pay attention to Verawaty Fajrin\'s recovery.
JAKARTA, KOMPAS — Indonesian badminton legend Verawaty Fajrin, was reportedly relieved on receiving assistance from President Joko Widodo, the Youth and Sports Ministry and the Jakarta Dharmais Cancer Hospital. Although she was still weak, she was stronger after undergoing her cancer treatment.
The government assistance, while deserving appreciation, indicates the urgency for sports authorities and organizations to establish a health security system for athletes and former athletes.