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Madang has gone from bad to worse
MADANG has sadly gone form bad to
worse – not because of the potholes or crime but the stink and
unpleasant sight caused by buai.
The Madang Urban LLG says it has no money to equip its staff to
carry out their duties properly which I find unacceptable.
Where is the so-called JDP & BPC that is supposed to be
responsible for the funding? Where has the money gone?
Sadly as I write this, most of the old trees in town are being
chopped down which may explain why temperatures have gone up.
The old German cemetery in the middle of the town is a landmark
and appeals for respect.
Instead, it has become a popular site for drug addicts.
The neglect shows how unappreciative we are towards our pioneers
and our immediate surroundings.
Now that I am confined to a bed at the Modilon General Hospital, I
realise the goodness of this huge institution and its staff.
I am surprised by the level of professionalism demonstrated by
doctors, sisters, nurses and their ancillary staff but it is my
fault.
Since leaving public office, I have always gone to a private
clinic for treatment and never made an attempt to visit the
hospital to see the changes that have taken place.
I have learnt that the hospital is now also a training centre.
Every aspect of the hospital seems so orderly and coordinated
which is a real eye-opener for me.
I would like everyone in Madang to know that we have the best
medical brains working in this hospital.
The nursing care in all the wards as well as the intermediate ward
is also commendable.
The general cleanliness in the wards or outside, the food, bed and
care all contribute to assisting in a quick recovery.
I am sharing this experience because I wish for Papua New Guineans
to trust and be proud of our own doctors and nurses who are
professionals in their own right.
Why do we have to go overseas when the best are right here at the
POM General Hospital, at Angau and of course the Modilon General
Hospital?
I have taken some things in Madang for granted but others have
challenged my conscience.
Jim Kas
Madang
 
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