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Mar 12, 2016 News
– Dr. Norton finds situation unacceptable
Staff of the Kwakwani Hospital, Berbice River, yesterday apprised Minister of Public Health, Dr. George Norton, of several troublesome issues at the facility.
Dr. Norton and his team visited and inspected the institution which has 18 Staff Nurses, and serves as a catchment area for 7,000 people.
During the tour of the facility, it was brought to the team’s attention that there are numerous serious issues affecting the staff and the hospital. These include medical supplies procurement, administrative issues and electrical problems. There are also need for a doctor’s quarters and a new washroom facility for the staff, a Government statement said.
Speaking to the pharmacy staff, the Minister was informed that there is currently a shortage of some drugs at the facility.
However, during the discussion it was highlighted that this issue came about from the late arrival of drugs and medical supplies from the Linden Hospital.
Addressing the issue, Minister Norton exclaimed, “This is unacceptable!”
He added, “We don’t want you to be without any medication! If Linden is not supplying, contact the Director of Regional Health Services, she is your boss.”
In a quick response to the situation, the Minister and his team listed all the needed medication and Permanent Secretary (PS) of the Public Health Ministry, Trevor Thomas, gave the assurance that they will be delivered shortly.
The team also used the opportunity to educate the staff on Zika and distribute flyers to create awareness on the virus and steps that can be taken to prevent the mosquito borne disease.
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