Abura Dunkwa Hospital Struggles with Outdated Equipment and Poor Conditions

The Abura Dunkwa District Hospital, located in the Central Region, is grappling with severe challenges due to its reliance on outdated medical equipment that has not been upgraded in over two decades.

The hospital, situated in Abura-Dunkwa, the capital of the Abura Asebu Kwamankese District, was originally established as a clinic in 1946 and later upgraded to a district hospital on August 10, 2000. It currently serves a population of approximately 126,313 people annually and has a bed capacity of 54.

However, despite being in operation for 25 years, the hospital is still using the same equipment, and the condition of the facility has deteriorated drastically. A recent visit by Adom News revealed the extent of the disrepair.

The number of usable hospital beds has decreased both in quantity and quality, with many beds rusted and damaged. The state of other equipment and furniture is equally shocking, with worn-out mattresses, rusted file trolleys, and furniture that has been in use for 25 years.

Furthermore, the hospital lacks sufficient seating for patients, further compromising comfort and care. It also does not have a dedicated surgical theater, meaning medical staff are forced to use a single multipurpose room for both surgeries and deliveries. In some instances, surgeons have had to perform operations while women are in labor in the same room, endangering the safety and well-being of both patients.

Residents have voiced grave concerns about bringing sick relatives to the hospital, fearing that the substandard conditions could lead to fatalities. Some patients admitted to the facility have reported experiencing severe spinal pain due to the poor-quality beds.

The hospital’s ongoing challenges paint a bleak picture of the region’s healthcare system, underscoring the urgent need for intervention and modernization to improve care and ensure the safety of the community.