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Zawya
4 days ago
- Health
- Zawya
Seychelles: President Ramkalawan Inaugurates New Baie Lazare Health Centre
President Wavel Ramkalawan, accompanied by First Lady Linda Ramkalawan and Vice-President Ahmed Afif, officially inaugurated the newly constructed Baie Lazare Health Centre on Monday afternoon, marking a significant milestone in the district's healthcare infrastructure development. The modern healthcare facility replaces the original health centre built in 1938. Entirely funded by the Government of Seychelles at a cost of approximately 9.2 million Seychelles rupees, the project demonstrates the administration's commitment to enhancing community healthcare services. Construction commenced in February 2024, with temporary healthcare services provided at Baie Lazare Primary School to ensure uninterrupted medical care for residents. The comprehensive health centre offers an extensive range of services with particular emphasis on preventive care, early detection, and health promotion. The facility features state-of-the-art amenities including public health services, physiotherapy units, dual consultation chambers, an observation unit, an emergency unit, equipment sterilization facilities, antenatal care and family planning consultations, pharmaceutical services, and storage facilities. Additionally, the centre is equipped with an advanced dental service unit featuring a dental X-ray system with high-end equipment generously sponsored by the German Dental Association, demonstrating international partnership in Seychelles' healthcare advancement. Minister for Health Peggy Vidot expressed great honour at the facility's opening, emphasizing its significance beyond mere infrastructure. "The inauguration represents more than just a new building, it symbolizes a transformative chapter in the lives of individuals and families within the district," Minister Vidot remarked. "This vibrant facility will propel the community forward through collective spirit, creating success stories that empower families to embrace healthier lifestyles." The Minister highlighted the government's proactive healthcare approach, emphasizing both treatment and prevention strategies. "We will offer programs and services focused on early prevention, healthcare education, early detection programs, vaccination, and health promotion initiatives to equip residents with the knowledge and resources needed to take charge of their own health," she explained. Healthcare Agency Chief Executive Officer Dr. Danny Louange reinforced the agency's dedication to delivering exceptional healthcare services throughout communities. "Our objective is to offer healthcare services of standard, respect, quality, and dedicated care. This centre is part of a broader national vision for the healthcare agency," he explained. "We are working toward accrediting all our healthcare services, therefore we must ensure our healthcare facilities meet the standards required for accreditation." President Ramkalawan's address underscored his administration's commitment to ensuring equitable healthcare access across all districts of Seychelles, with the Baie Lazare Health Centre representing one of several new healthcare infrastructure projects under the current administration. The ceremony featured a testimony by Baie Lazare resident Mr. Berard Esparon, along with songs and poem recitals by Baie Lazare Primary School students. The inauguration was attended by the Cabinet Ministers, Speaker of the National Assembly Honorable Roger Mancienne, Brigadier General Jean Attala, Commissioner of Police Mr. Ted Barbe, Member of the National Assembly for the Anse Boileau District Honourable Philip Arissol, Principal Secretary of the Ministry of Health Dr. Bernard Valentin, Public Health Commissioner Dr. Jude Gedeon, representatives from the German Dental Association, healthcare professionals, community leaders, residents, students, and invited guests. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of State House Seychelles.
BBC News
19-07-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Plans for Hinckley and District Hospital centre approved despite concerns
Construction of a new £10.5m medical facility at a hospital in Leicestershire can go ahead after receiving planning NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board (LLR ICB) will build the day case unit on the existing Hinckley and District Hospital, in Mount comes despite calls from Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council's leader to preserve the historic Victorian frontage of the hospital, which will be demolished as part of the authority's planning committee granted planning permission on Tuesday - subject to a review of the hospital's listed building status, which was upheld on Thursday, meaning the development can go ahead. The review of the listed status was carried out by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.A spokesperson said: "Following a request to review the decision not to list the Victorian cottage hospital in Hinckley, it was decided that it did not meet the criteria for listing and the decision was upheld."The new facility is designed to deliver services including gynaecology, urology and plastic surgery and will be linked to the new community diagnostic centre at the site. 'Greatly benefit patients' In a letter, council leader Stuart Bray said he "warmly" welcomed improved NHS facilities in the town following decades of campaigning, but urged the board to "look at the plans again".A council motion urged the applicant to "look for ways to work with local heritage groups and others to seek to preserve as many heritage features as possible".Dr Luke Evans, Conservative MP for Hinckley and Bosworth, said: "In just a few short weeks, we have seen what a difference the £24m community diagnostic centre has made to people across our area, who can now get their tests, scans and checks right here in Hinckley."I know how important access to local healthcare is for people and families across our community, and look forward to seeing this exciting investment take shape now it has the green light."Toby Sanders, interim chief executive of the LLR ICB, said he was "absolutely delighted" the plans could now move forward."The development of the day case unit is the second phase of our development for Hinckley and will cater for a wide range of clinical specialities in modern facilities," he said.A spokesperson for the Department of Health and Social Care added: "As part of the 10-year health plan, we want to shift healthcare out of hospitals into the community, to ensure patients and their families receive personalised care in the right place, at the right time."We are pleased to be providing more than £7m for a day case unit in Hinckley which will greatly benefit patients and the community."
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Yahoo
CIA security shoots woman outside agency headquarters
A woman was shot by CIA security after failing to stop at a gate at the agency's headquarters Thursday morning. The woman was taken to a medical facility with what officials believed was a non-fatal gunshot wound to the upper body.
BBC News
19-05-2025
- Health
- BBC News
NHS urged to retain Victorian frontage at new centre in Hinckley
NHS health bosses have been urged to preserve the historic frontage of a Hinckley hospital in its proposal for a new £10.5m medical NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board plans to build the day case unit on the existing Hinckley and District Hospital, in Mount leader of Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council has now written a letter to the board expressing his "deep disappointment" the Victorian frontage will be demolished as part of the board said it was unable to retain the frontage due to clinical requirements of the development but planned to include some materials from the current building. The new facility is designed to deliver services including gynaecology, urology and plastic surgery and will be linked to the new community diagnostic centre at the site. A planning application to demolish the entire hospital was submitted to the borough council earlier this his letter, council leader Stuart Bray said he "warmly" welcomed improved NHS facilities in the town following decades of campaigning but urged the board to "look at the plans again" and offered to hold wrote: "Having now seen the plans for the new day care centre, I want to express my deep disappointment that they include the demolition of the Victorian cottage hospital which has stood on Mount Road for centuries and is part of my hometown's heritage."I cannot believe it is not possible to retain the older parts of the frontage of the hospital and develop the new modern facilities that residents deserve, behind the Victorian facade."Many people have contacted me to express concerns over your plan. I know these concerns will not be new to you as I believe such concerns were raised as part of the public consultation." 'Benefits outweigh concerns' In a statement the board said: "The option of retaining the Victorian frontage of the hospital unfortunately would have meant that the business care objectives and clinical requirements for the development of the new facilities would not be met."The proposed materials do include reclaimed bricks from the current building and we consider that the heritage impact of the scheme will be outweighed by the benefits to the public. "We are also working with a local historian on plans to display images inside and outside of the new building, charting its long history."A public consultation period is under way on the council's website and will run until 13 June.
Al Bawaba
17-05-2025
- Health
- Al Bawaba
Deadly car explosion rocks Palm springs near medical center
ALBAWABA - In the affluent city of Palm Springs, authorities reported that a device detonated close to a medical facility Saturday morning, killing one person. The explosion prompted an instant emergency response and seriously damaged nearby businesses. The explosion happened in the parking lot next to the American Reproductive Center, which is north of Indian Canyon, at around 11:00 a.m. local time, according to municipal authorities. As police and fire personnel guarded the area, locals were asked to stay away. The medical center's director, Dr. Maher Abdullah, confirmed on social media that although the laboratory area of the clinic was unharmed, the office was damaged. He reassured the public that the blast did not hurt any employees. Dr. Abdullah described the occurrence as an unfortunate and unexpected event, saying, "A car exploded in the parking lot next to our building." He acknowledged the emotional toll of the event and offered his sympathies to the victims and their families. Just weeks after President Trump expressed interest in helping couples have children via IVF, a clinic explodes. The fertility clinic and IVF lab near Desert Regional Hospital in Palm Springs, California, has significant damage. Was this an intentional bomb? — Jere_Memez (@Jere_Memez) May 17, 2025 At the time, 37-year-old Santa Monica resident Nima Tabrizi was inside a local business. Before he hurried outdoors, he described experiencing a strong shaking. Suddenly, the structure trembled. It was a terrific explosion, and when we went outside, we noticed a dense cloud of smoke. "A bomb went off," Tabrizi said. Human remains were discovered as we drew nearer. It was terrifying. The reason of the explosion and the identity of the dead have not yet been made public by authorities. The purpose of the vehicle explosion is being investigated by investigators. Approximately two hours west of Los Angeles, Palm Springs is renowned for its opulent resorts and star-studded past. The local population, which is not used to such violent incidents, has been frightened by the episode. As the inquiry progresses, further developments are anticipated.
