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Parents Report Disturbing Conditions at Pediatric Oncology Ward Due to Construction

Published February 13, 2026, 14:31

Parents of children receiving treatment at the Pediatric Oncology Ward of Makarios Hospital are expressing strong protests due to the conditions caused by ongoing renovation works. According to testimonies, the construction begins early in the morning and continues until the afternoon, even on weekends, creating deafening noise that disrupts the peace of patients, especially after surgeries. One mother reported being denied a request to temporarily halt the work after her child’s surgery. The noise and dust from the construction work raise additional concerns, as the children are immunocompromised and more vulnerable to infections. Despite measures taken to control the dust, parents report that it is spreading into the environment. The situation has worsened with leaks in the kitchens and damage to files and computers, causing panic among parents regarding the safety of their children's data. Furthermore, there are reports of workers entering the rooms without masks and using a back door without access codes, endangering the hygiene and safety of the area. Parents express their anxiety about the inability to hear any problems that may arise due to the noise and commotion, and the potential exposure of nursing staff to risk. The situation at the Pediatric Oncology Ward of Makarios Hospital is critical, as the renovation works, while necessary, are being carried out in a way that endangers the health and psychological well-being of the young patients and their families. Parents are demanding immediate intervention and measures to minimize the impact of the works on the daily life of hospitalized children.