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MoH pushes up 60% of surgeries on waiting list

Princess Marina Hospital PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Princess Marina Hospital PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Following the Umbrella For Democratic Change-led government’s commitment to reviving the health sector, the Ministry of Health (MoH) has revealed significant progress has been achieved in pushing surgeries up on the waiting list.

According to the ministry, as of December 2024, out of 200 orthopaedic patients on the waiting list, 120 patients have been operated on.

Health's Chief Public Relations Officer Christopher Nyanga explained to MmegiOnline that, in line with the Umbrella For Democratic Change (UDC) administration’s commitment to achieving universal health coverage for all, regardless of who or where they live, the Health ministry is working around the clock to revive the ailing sector.

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