By Editorial,
Patients at Iganga General Hospital are grappling with bedbug and mosquito infestation, which has made their stay at the facility unbearable.
Several admitted patients have expressed their frustration, saying that sleeping in the wards has become a nightmare, with both pests contributing to discomfort and health issues.
The complaints came as the hospital received new medical equipment donated by Captain Mike Mukula.
Patients reported that the bedbugs and mosquitoes are aggravating their conditions, with some fearing that the pests might be contributing to their illnesses.
Iganga Hospital, serving a population of about 500,000 across eight districts in the Busoga sub-region, is one of the country’s struggling health facilities.
It acts as a referral point for four other general hospitals within the region.
The hospital admits approximately 500 patients each month, most suffering from malaria, malnutrition, and bacterial infections.
Hospital Superintendent Anni Amatte acknowledged the issue, stating that the management is aware of the situation and is currently waiting for funding to begin fumigation.
The donation included 50 mattresses, 10 stretchers, 5 wheelchairs, 10,000 syringes, 100 theater beds, and surgical gloves.End.