Monrovia — In a significant move to bolster emergency medical services in Liberia, the World Health Organization (WHO) has formally handed over two fully equipped ambulances and a comprehensive set of medical supplies and equipment, valued at US$ 600,000. The donation was presented to the Ministry of Health, with the aim of enhancing emergency response capabilities and expanding access to life-saving care, particularly for women and newborns.
The medical equipment included in the donation is crucial for the delivery of emergency medical services. It encompasses infant ventilators, neonatal incubators, resuscitation equipment, and portable ultrasound machines. This support comes at a critical time as the Government of Liberia is implementing its “365-day action plan to reduce maternal and newborn mortality, “which focuses on improving access to timely and quality healthcare across the nation.
WHO Representative to Liberia, Dr Olushayo Olu, emphasized the importance of the donation during the handover ceremony. “We are pleased to hand over fully fitted ambulances, essential medical supplies and equipment, valued at an estimated USD 600,000, “Dr. Olu stated. He highlighted that the ambulances, in particular, are designed to serve as mobile intensive care units, mobile clinics, and for the general transfer of critically ill patients.
Receiving the donation, the Minister of Health, Hon. Dr Louise M. Kpoto, expressed deep gratitude to the WHO. “.
We extend our sincere appreciation to the World Health Organization for the donation of these medically fitted ambulances and essential medical supplies and equipment. This is the best donation we have received, “she. Dr.
Kpoto further noted that the ambulances will be instrumental in supporting emergency response services, including those at the central Emergency Medical Services at John F. Kennedy Medical Center in Monrovia, and will improve care for critically ill patients.
In addition to the equipment, WHO will also provide support to the Ministry of Health in the areas of transportation, installation, and training of health workers. This comprehensive support is expected to strengthen Liberia’s capacity to respond to emergencies and expand access to critical care services, significantly benefiting women and newborns in need of urgent medical attention.
Source: reliefweb
