Title: The quality of healthcare called into question in Beni, North Kivu: the urgency of a reform of healthcare personnel
Introduction :
The city of Beni, located in the North Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo, faces an alarming health care situation. The African Association for the Defense of Human Rights (Asadho) has denounced maternal-fetal deaths and medical errors caused by the misconduct of certain health workers. This critical situation highlights the need for urgent reform of healthcare personnel and health structures in the region.
Maternal-fetal deaths and medical errors:
According to Asadho, more than 15 maternal-fetal deaths have been recorded since the start of the year in Beni. These deaths are attributed to the poor conduct of certain health workers, notably through diagnostic errors and a lack of competence in the care of patients. The human rights organization also points out that some nurses perform surgeries that should be reserved for doctors, while shops posing as “laboratories” administer care without having the necessary skills.
Call for appropriate measures:
Faced with this worrying situation, Asadho sent a letter of denunciation to the head doctor of the Beni health zone, urging them to take appropriate measures to ensure quality care and respect the therapeutic protocol. The association recalls that life is sacred and underlines the importance of setting up competent medical teams on the ground to remedy this critical situation.
Necessary reforms:
It is urgent that the health authorities take strong measures to remedy this alarming situation in Beni. A reform of the healthcare workforce is necessary, with an increase in the skills and qualifications required to work in the healthcare field. In addition, it is essential to severely sanction recalcitrants who neglect the therapeutic protocol and thus endanger the lives of patients.
Conclusion :
The health care situation in Beni, North Kivu is critical and requires immediate intervention. Maternal-fetal deaths and medical errors caused by incompetent healthcare workers are unacceptable. It is imperative that health authorities take adequate measures to ensure quality care, by strengthening qualifications and sanctioning professional misconduct. Life is precious and every patient deserves to be treated by competent staff to ensure their health and well-being.