THE Ministry of Health has issued a clarification regarding the recent reporting by Kaieteur News, which stated on August 21 that $31 million is being allocated to the No. 10 Health Centre.
Contrary to the headline, the ministry wishes to correct that this sum is designated for the construction of living quarters, not the Health Centre itself.

According to the ministry, the $31 million will be used for building accommodation facilities within the compound of the District No. 10 Health Centre, located in Region Five (Mahaica/Berbice).
The purpose of this investment is to construct living quarters for medical personnel. This addition aims to minimise commute times, allowing health professionals to respond more swiftly to emergencies and be more readily available for on-call duties.

The total expenditure covers both land preparation and the construction of the accommodation building. The new facility is expected to significantly enhance the efficiency of medical services provided to the community, which includes over 1,200 residents in the area. By improving the availability of medical staff, the project is anticipated to contribute to better health outcomes for the local population.
The Ministry of Health emphasises that this initiative is a crucial step towards improving healthcare delivery in the region, ensuring that medical personnel are in close proximity to the community they serve.