Kandikolhudhoo Hospital expected to begin services next year

The new hospital being constructed in Kandikolhudhoo is expected to begin providing services within the coming year, according to Qila Ali, the Minister of Health, Family Affairs, and Social Security.

Speaking at a ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of the Velidhoo Health Centre, the Minister highlighted significant advancements in the healthcare sector of the Raa Atoll. Current improvements include the introduction of ICU, psychiatric, and physiotherapy services at the Raa Atoll Hospital, as well as expanded dialysis and dental treatments. Additionally, X-ray, pediatric, and internal medicine services are now available at the Holhudhoo Health Centre.

Regarding laboratory accessibility, the Minister noted that laboratory services have been established in three out of eight islands in the atoll that previously lacked them, with work ongoing to implement services in the remaining five islands.