The extension of the CWM Hospital’s Maternity Unit will begin in the next financial year.
The Health Ministry confirms that the project is progressing well as the Project Managers and design engineers for the project have been appointed and are steadily progressing with the preparatory activities including the design consultation.
The Ministry of Economy is closely monitoring the projects through its Construction and Implementation Unit.
Meanwhile issues have been raised on the poor and unhygienic condition of the maternity hospital in Suva and the ministry has clarified that they are looking into the complaint.
The Ministry says cleanliness and hygiene practices are of importance at all health facilities.
The Manager at the CWM Maternity Unit continues to monitor this closely to ensure that patient care is prioritized and any complaints can be reported directly to the Ward Manager or the hospital’s Medical Superintendent.
