Is COVID-19 on the Rise? Nurse’s Alarming Concern at MCMH

In the heart of MCMH, whispers of a potential outbreak of COVID-19 are growing louder, and fear is spreading faster than the virus itself. A concerned nurse has raised the alarm over what she perceives as a deliberate attempt by hospital administration to downplay the situation, putting staff and patients at risk.

“It’s been weeks since we first noticed something was wrong,” several nurse confides. “A man with flu-like symptoms came in, and within a week, two patients had died. Now, we’ve got more cases, and there’s proof something is up.”

Despite several  warnings, the nurses feels their  concerns are falling on deaf ears. “No one’s saying anything official,” they  complaimed , frustration etched on their faces. “Even in the hospital, everyone’s wearing masks, which is unusual unless there’s a serious threat. Why are they not telling us what’s going on?”

The situation escalated when a woman suddenly died after being admitted with high fever  on a  female ward. “Health professionals are putting our lives at risk,” the nurses asserts.

The tipping point came when a nurse herself tested positive for COVID-19. “There’s no isolation protocol being followed,” they  reported. “We asked the Senior Nursing Officer about it, and she just told us to use face masks. That’s not enough.”

Despite these instructions, the nurses are determined to protect themselves colleagues and patients. “We can’t keep covering this up,” she insists. “People need to know the truth about what’s happening here. This thing can spread, and we need to act now.”

The nurse’s concerns echo through the corridors of MCMH as she advocates for transparency and immediate action. Thei resolves underscores the dire need for hospitals to prioritize the health and safety of their staff and patients, especially during a potential outbreak.

Meanwhile, ANN contacted the Minister of Health, who was at home also sick with flu-like symptoms. “I am not aware of any COVID-19 outbreak at the hospital,” he stated, “but I can confirm that one person died from COVID-19 about three weeks ago.” The minister also added, “COVID-19 is still around, and if you are not vaccinated, you are at a higher risk of catching the virus. Nurses are wearing masks to protect themselves from Sahara dust and other environmental factors.”

As the situation unfolds, the nurses hopes their  voice will spur the administration to take the necessary steps to prevent further spread of the virus. For now, she continues to lead with courage, determined to protect her team and those in her care.