The Paphos Hospital is undergoing a €5.79 million renovation project funded by the EU, aimed at modernizing departments and adding new facilities like a labour and delivery room and a haemodialysis unit, with completion set for Q2 2024. This transformation will elevate healthcare services and enhance the patient experience, marking a significant advancement in medical care within the district.
A patient at Nicosia General Hospital was allegedly confined to a storage cupboard after a routine blood transfusion went wrong. The incident has sparked investigations by Okypy and the police, with the nurse involved being suspended, leading to discussions on necessary patient safety measures.
Amidst escalating conflict in Gaza, Shifa Hospital is facing dire conditions with insufficient fuel supplies, putting newborns at risk. Israeli forces at the hospital’s entrance heighten tensions, as the facility struggles to function as a sanctuary for the wounded and displaced, with the death toll feared to rise if the situation does not improve.
Crisis in Gaza: AlShifa Hospital’s Functional Shutdown and Rising Casualties AlShifa Hospital in Gaza, the region’s largest medical facility, is facing a functional shutdown due to the ongoing conflict. Israeli forces have surrounded the hospital, leading to restricted access and aid delivery. The hospital is struggling to provide care amidst power outages, supply shortages, and increasing casualties, severely impacting vulnerable patients, including newborns. The dire situation has sparked international concerns, with urgent calls for a ceasefire and increased humanitarian aid. The conflict risks escalating further, with implications for regional tensions.
