Cancellation of operations at Steve Biko is a shining example of how NHI will work
7 October 2022
The Steve Biko Academic Hospital in Pretoria was forced to cancel operations after its air conditioners broke down.
According to a hospital spokesperson, operations cannot be performed in the exceptionally high temperatures currently experienced in Pretoria seeing as it significantly increases the risk of infection.
There are reportedly more than a thousand patients waiting for operations at the hospital.
The FF Plus has already engaged with the Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla, to discuss the crisis and request intervention from the national department of health. It is unacceptable that patients must suffer constant pain due to a lack of proper planning and maintenance.