Dear Editor,
You will note that almost all the letters that come from Region One tend to criticise whatever happens here. This time round, I write not to criticise but to extend a sincere thank you to the government and particularly, the Mabaruma Hospital Chief Executive Officer, regional health officer and the entire staff upon the successful surgeries that were conducted from Saturday March 26 to Sunday March 27. I believe this joy is shared by many.
On Sunday morning (the day after the operations), I eavesdropped on a conversation of an old woman who was equally grateful because she and her relatives were spared money and the travel to Georgetown for one of her family member who was supposed to undergo an operation in the city.
Apart from operations, I am equally pleased with other developments such as the nurses hostel which is nearing completion. The birds which were competing with patients for space are no more, cooperation between staffs is at its best, and generally, nurses have become more hospitable to the patients unlike before.
I think what the government is doing must be applauded. The best way to secure a proactive and productive population is by making it healthy. No surprise, a healthy nation is a wealthy nation.
My suggestion, though, is that the government should keep in touch with the current regional administration to ensure that the progresses being realised are kept constant. The government should also work hard to see that the hospital becomes fully resourced both in physical and human resources.
The people of Mabaruma should also continue to be supportive to the hospital administration so that more results are achieved.
James H.