Region Two drug shortages highlighted during parliamentary committee’s visit

Dr Vishwa Mahadeo (left) speaking with staff of the Oscar Joseph District Hospital

The shortage of drugs and other medical supplies at hospitals, health centres and health posts throughout Region Two were highlighted last week during a visit by the parliamentary sectoral committee on social services.

The committee found that the Suddie Public Hospital, which it visited on Thursday, is experiencing drug shortages, which also makes it difficult for the Oscar Joseph District Hospital to access pharmaceutical drugs, since it is heavily dependent on the Public Hospital.

The shelves at both hospitals are almost empty.