Social Security Donates $60,000 Worth of Medical Equipment to Alexandra Hospital and Dental Unit
Donation Enhances Healthcare Infrastructure in Nevis
On February 24, the Social Security Board (SSB) handed over a significant donation of medical equipment to the Alexandra Hospital and Dental Unit in Nevis. The ceremony, attended by various dignitaries, marked a major milestone in the SSB’s efforts to strengthen healthcare infrastructure in the island.
Deputy Director’s Remarks
During the handing-over ceremony, Deputy Director of the SSB, Mrs. Mellicia Phillip, officially presented the donation to Honourable Senator Jahnel Nisbett, Minister of Health et al. in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA).
Senator Nisbett expressed gratitude on behalf of the NIA, emphasizing the donation’s impact.
Value of the Donation
“These items will definitely enhance health care here at the Alexandra Hospital, as well as in our public health system at our dental unit and in our community health centers. So, we definitely appreciate this donation that is valued at approximately $60,000, U.S. dollars. I just want to be able to reiterate how much value these will have. These will have value on the patients, value on the overall health care, and this has a tremendous value on the Ministry of Health.”
SSB’s Ongoing Support
“This demonstrates that Social Security is here for not only when you retire, but for those of us who are living our everyday life, and I just want to be able to say thank you on behalf of the Ministry of Health, thank you on behalf of the Nevis Island Administration, and thank you on behalf of the people of Nevis.”
She further highlighted Social Security’s ongoing support, noting the Board’s previous donations, including two new ambulances, and expressed confidence that more donations and partnerships would follow in the future.
Donation Details
The donation included ten electrical hospital beds to enhance patient care and comfort for the Alexandra Hospital and Flamboyant Nursing Home; a dry/vac suction machine, two water purification systems, and two ultrasonic scalar units with various hand pieces for the Dental Unit; and two Brewer examination beds to support their ongoing efforts in providing quality outpatient care at the Community Health Nursing Services.
Conclusion
The SSB’s donation is a testament to their commitment to strengthening healthcare infrastructure in Nevis. The Board’s dedication to improving the lives of Nevisians is evident in their ongoing support for the island’s healthcare system.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was the value of the SSB’s donation?
- The donation was valued at approximately $60,000, U.S. dollars.
- What equipment was donated?
- The donation included electrical hospital beds, a dry/vac suction machine, water purification systems, ultrasonic scalar units, and Brewer examination beds.
- What is the purpose of the donation?
- The donation aims to enhance patient care and comfort at the Alexandra Hospital and Dental Unit, as well as support the island’s public health system.
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