Gauteng MEC for Health and Wellness Visits Far East Rand Hospital Mortuary Amid Allegations

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In light of recent allegations surrounding the Far East Rand Hospital’s mortuary fridges and cold storage facilities, Gauteng’s MEC for Health and Wellness, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, plans to make an oversight visit to the hospital on Monday, 21 August 2023. This visit comes as part of her ongoing efforts to ensure the proper functioning of health facilities in the region.

Concerns Raised about Far East Rand Hospital’s Mortuary Facilities

The hospital’s mortuary fridges are capable of accommodating 89 bodies and are currently fully functional. An active maintenance contract is also in place until March 2024. However, doubts about the mortuary’s ability to meet the demands of its community have persisted.

MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko’s Visit to Address Allegations

As part of her ongoing commitment to ensuring health institutions in Gauteng maintain the highest standards of service, MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko will assess the functionality of the mortuary fridges and cold storage facilities at the hospital. The visit aims to address the allegations and ensure that the hospital is well-equipped for its community.

Demonstrating Transparency

To demonstrate transparency, the media has been invited to accompany MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko during her visit. This move highlights the government’s dedication to keeping the public informed and maintaining an open discourse about the state of healthcare facilities in the area.

Broader Effort to Address Concerns Related to Healthcare Facilities in Gauteng

The visit to the Far East Rand Hospital mortuary is part of a broader effort by MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko to address concerns related to healthcare facilities in Gauteng. As the MEC works tirelessly to ensure that the region’s hospitals and clinics are operating effectively and efficiently, she focuses on providing quality care for all citizens.

Maintaining the Highest Possible Standards of Care

MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko and her team make regular visits and assessments to ensure that all facilities within her jurisdiction are held to the highest standard. Providing quality healthcare services is essential, and her dedication to ensuring that all facilities are held to the highest standard is commendable.

The oversight visit by MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko is scheduled for 13h00 on Monday, 21 August 2023, at the Far East Rand Hospital in Springs. Members of the media are encouraged to attend and report on this crucial assessment of the hospital’s facilities, as it will provide valuable insight into the state of healthcare facilities in the region. The commitment of MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko and her department to addressing concerns and ensuring the highest standards in healthcare is an essential aspect of the ongoing efforts to improve the lives of the people in Gauteng.

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