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Athalasassa Hospital: AKEL Presses for Action and Phase B Finally Gets Underway

Published January 28, 2026, 07:02
Athalasassa Hospital: AKEL Presses for Action and Phase B Finally Gets Underway

AKEL is strongly pressing for action to address the dangerous situation at Athalasassa Hospital, resulting in a meeting at the Ministry of Health to begin Phase B of the project. AKEL expresses satisfaction with the meeting but points out that Phase B has been delayed for over three years despite previous commitments. It seeks assurances for patient safety and a clear timetable for their relocation. AKEL emphasizes the need to respect human rights and health as a fundamental right, demanding transparency and accountability for the delays. It is noted that previous static studies had warned of the danger of the facilities. At the same time, AKEL criticizes the shortage of nursing staff and calls for a comprehensive capacity plan for public hospitals. OKYpY acknowledges the problem, which was identified in 2019, and states that Phase A of the project has begun and the study for Phase B is underway. A plan to relocate patients to other buildings was agreed upon at the meeting, and the procedures for Phase B will be expedited, however, no specific start dates were given.