Health Facilities For the Poor
Many of us are very lucky that we have access to medical assistance when we need it. Sometimes, we take this privilege for granted because we grew up accustomed to it. However, there are some people who are not as lucky as we are. Some people living in remote areas of the country do not have proper medical equipment in their towns. Some of these people rely on the medical properties of herbal medicines. I believe that herbal medicines are great in terms of curing minor illnesses like fever, cough, colds and small wounds. However, there are some medical situations that require the assistance of medical experts.
Back when I was in college, the sister of my close friend had an accident at a beach in the province. She was snorkeling with some friends and did not hear an incoming motor boat. It hit her; injuring her hip. There was a small hospital at the town but they lacked the proper equipment to handle the emergency situation. After receiving initial medical treatment, my friend’s sister had to be flown to
I think every area in the country should have accessible clinics and hospitals. However, the sad reality is that many remote areas in the country don’t have access to immediate medical assistance. There is also a need for medically trained people to be assigned to such places.
I admire and support efforts made by private organizations and NGOs to bring medical assistance closer to poor areas. There are programs and fund raisers dedicated to accumulate enough money to buy used medical equipment. Used and refurbished medical equipment are a big help to areas that do not have the right health facilities.