The Western Provincial Health Authority (PHA) has extended thanks to Minister for Livestock and South Fly MP Seki Agisa for the presentation of a brand-new bus that will enhance nursing services at the Daru Provincial Hospital.
Minister Agisa, who was once a health worker stationed at the hospital, stated that working in the space of health can be a challenge sometimes as most of the time health workers put themselves on the line to save lives.
“Working in the space of health is very challenging as it deals with the lives of people and thus, meeting the needs and working conditions of health workers is vital.”
The 15-seater bus will help nurses attend to their shifts as well as emergency call outs on time and with convenience to provide the best of patient care to the public.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for South Fly District Development Authority (DDA) Tawa Gebia expressed that this kind gesture by the minister adds significance to the nursing services provided at the hospital. He also highlighted the responsibility of the DDA in providing goods and services in the district where a health facility is absent.
Acting Hospital Manager Sister (Sr.) Janice Warure in the presence of the DDA members acknowledged this timely support to the hospital. Sr. Warure also made known the need for a new ambulance, proper beds and a facelift of the hospital facilities.
The Fly River Provincial Government and the Western Provincial Health Authority are both working together under an MOU to address and implement the development pillar on quality health for the people of Western Province.