MPs demand action on drug, staffing shortages in clinics

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The legislators also raised concerns over the uneven distribution of health resources PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Members of Parliament (MPs) have urged the Ministry of Local Government and Traditional Affairs to urgently address the ongoing shortage of medication and health personnel in public health facilities following the recent takeover of primary health care (PHC) services from the Ministry of Health.

The legislators made their concerns known during a parliamentary session, responding to a ministerial statement presented by the Minister of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, Ketlhalefile Motshegwa.

They warned that the persistent drug shortages in clinics and hospitals continue to claim lives and cast doubt on the government’s earlier promise of delivering quality public healthcare.

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MPs demand action on drug, staffing shortages in clinics

Members of Parliament (MPs) have urged the Ministry of Local Government and Traditional Affairs to urgently address the ongoing shortage of medication and health personnel in public health facilities following the recent takeover of primary health care (PHC) services from the Ministry of Health.

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