The Abura Dunkwa District Hospital, located in the Central Region, is facing dire challenges as it continues to rely on outdated medical equipment that has not been upgraded in over two decades.
Situated in Abura-Dunkwa, the capital of the Abura Asebu Kwamankese District, the hospital began as a clinic in 1946 and was later upgraded to a district hospital on August 10, 2000.
It serves a population of about 126,313, annually with a bed capacity of 54.
However, 25 years on, the hospital is still using the same equipment, and the state of the facility has deteriorated significantly.
During a recent visit by Adom News, it was evident that the hospital is in a state of disrepair.
The number of functioning hospital beds has dropped in both quantity and quality, as many of the beds are rusted and damaged.
The equipment and furniture are in shocking condition. Rusted file trolleys, worn-out mattresses, and furniture dating back 25 years are still being used.
The hospital also lacks sufficient seating for patients, further compromising comfort and care.
Additionally, the hospital does not have a dedicated surgical theater, forcing medical staff to use a single multipurpose room for both surgeries and deliveries.
In some cases, surgeons have had to operate on patients while women are in labor in the same room, putting both patients’ safety and care at risk.
Residents have expressed deep concerns about bringing sick relatives to the hospital, fearing that the poor conditions could lead to death.
Some patients admitted to the facility have also reported experiencing severe spinal pain due to the substandard beds.
The hospital’s challenges paint a grim picture of the healthcare system in the region, highlighting the urgent need for intervention and modernization to ensure better care and safety for the community.