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Basseterre, St.Kitts (Janaury 21st, 2024):-Despite promises of enhanced medical services by the new Minister of Health, Prime Minister Dr. Hon., Terrance Drew, the Joseph N. France (JNF) Hospital in St. Kitts has encountered setbacks in its diagnostic capabilities, particularly with the prolonged unavailability of the CT scan. The lack of a functioning CT scan has forced patients in need of such services to seek alternative options at private facilities, causing concerns about delayed diagnoses, particularly in critical and trauma situations.

The initial commitment to introducing an MRI within the first 90 days of the new PM Drew-led SKNLP administration, coupled with plans for a smart hospital, has seemingly hit obstacles, raising questions about the effectiveness of the current health administration. With the CT scan offline for an extended period, the reliance on external facilities adds logistical challenges and potentially compromises the health of vulnerable individuals.

In situations where time is of the essence, delays in diagnostic services can have severe implications for patient outcomes. The community is growing increasingly anxious about the timeline for the return of CT scan services at the JNF Hospital. Calls are now echoing for urgent attention to rectify the diagnostic gap, with some expressing a lack of confidence in the current Minister of Health’s ability to manage the ministry effectively.

The plea to consider the return of seasoned leaders within the Healthcare sector as well as calls for the return of tried and tested leadership of Dr. Rt. Hon. Denzil Douglas and Dr. Hon. Timothy Harris underscores the frustration and concerns within the community regarding the impact of these setbacks on healthcare delivery. As the call for resolution grows louder, the community eagerly awaits concrete steps to address the diagnostic challenges and ensure the timely and efficient provision of medical services at the JNF Hospital.