The Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) has announced a temporary suspension on the acceptance of new bodies and Brought-in-Dead (BID) cases for a period of six weeks. This measure, effective immediately, is necessary to facilitate the refurbishment of the hospital's cold room facilities.
In a statement released by the hospital's management, the renovation is intended to improve service delivery and maintain the highest standards of care for the deceased. The statement emphasizes that this restriction applies only to external cases; bodies originating from within KBTH will continue to be processed as usual.
However, families with relatives who have been in the mortuary for three to six weeks or longer are urged to make arrangements for burial or transfer to alternative facilities within this six-week period. The hospital acknowledges the potential inconvenience this may cause and expresses its sincere apologies to bereaved families.
The temporary suspension highlights the hospital's commitment to upgrading its infrastructure and ensuring the quality of its services. While the disruption is significant, the improvements to the cold room facilities are expected to benefit the community in the long term.
The hospital's proactive approach to addressing infrastructure needs underscores its dedication to providing optimal care, even in the face of challenging circumstances. The six-week timeframe allows for comprehensive renovations while minimizing the overall impact on the community.
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