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In a distressing social media post that has sent shockwaves through the community, a lady identified as Champion Lioness revealed that she is facing a healthcare nightmare at Newtown Health Center while experiencing a painful Lupus flare-up.

The post detailed her desperate situation, recounting the hurdles she faced in seeking medical attention. Despite being in excruciating pain and having already missed two days of work, she expressed the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, particularly as her personal doctor is off the island.

Champion Lioness described her futile attempt to receive care at the Stapleton Health Center, only to find that the doctor was available from Monday to Thursday. Desperate for assistance, she then drove to the Newtown Health Center, where she was initially told a doctor would be available.

However, the situation took a distressing turn when a nurse assistant, upon learning she lived in Stapleton, abruptly denied her access to medical care. Despite pleas and explanations of her predicament, the nurse in charge echoed the same sentiment, citing alleged complaints from doctors about patients seeking treatment outside their residential areas.

The post concludes with a plea for help, questioning the fairness of being denied medical attention based on one’s residential address and expressing disbelief at the apparent callousness of the healthcare system.

As this story unfolds on social media, it highlights not only the struggles of individuals battling chronic illnesses but also raises critical questions about the accessibility and compassion within the healthcare system. The community awaits a response from the relevant authorities and hopes for a swift resolution to this distressing situation.