South Africa: Minister Must Urgently Establish Hospital Equipment and Medical Supply Norms

press release

A reply to a DA parliamentary question received from Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi reveals that there is no specified ideal level of resources for hospital equipment and medical supplies.

This is unacceptable as acute hospital equipment and medical supply shortages around the country are endangering the lives of patients.

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