SERHA has rejected misinformation about a patient from a motor vehicle accident, confirming that the patient received appropriate care at Princess Margaret Hospital. The organization emphasizes transparency and encourages the use of its Family Care System for communication between patients and doctors while advising the public to trust official SERHA updates.
The South East Regional Health Authority (SERHA) has officially dismissed claims of misinformation circulating on social media platforms, notably TikTok, concerning a patient who was injured in a recent motor vehicle accident and subsequently admitted to the Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) in Morant Bay, St. Thomas. SERHA asserts that the patient received prompt and proper care in the hospital’s accident and emergency department.
In response to the allegations about patient treatment and hospital protocols, SERHA emphasized its commitment to transparency and open dialogue with the community. The medical personnel at PMH also convened with the patient’s family to provide updates regarding the patient’s condition and to address any additional inquiries they had.
The management at PMH has called for the increased use of the Family Care System, which is designed to enhance direct communication between patients and their healthcare providers. Furthermore, SERHA urged the public to rely solely on official communications from the organization for accurate and timely information, advising them to disregard any rumors or misleading narratives.
In summary, SERHA has addressed and refuted misinformation regarding the care of a motor vehicle accident victim at Princess Margaret Hospital, advocating for transparency and encouraging the use of the Family Care System for better communication. The authority urges the public to rely on official statements for accurate information and to dismiss unfounded rumors.
Original Source: www.jamaicaobserver.com
