Africazine:
Health facility utilization in Eritrea’s Southern Red Sea Region has surged, driven by increased public awareness.
A recent meeting in Assab revealed that health facility usage has significantly risen due to growing public awareness. Key officials highlighted achievements such as high vaccination rates, with coverage reaching 87%, and improved maternal health services, including a 10% increase in births at health facilities.
Surge in Health Facility Utilization in Eritrea
The recent assessment meeting in Assab showcased the positive impact of public awareness on health facility utilization in the Southern Red Sea Region. Officials, including Minister of Health Amina Nurhusein and Governor Mohammed-Seid Mantai, discussed the achievements in health care, emphasizing the community’s role in these advancements.
Dr. Ali Halo, Director of the Regional Health Office, reported that 87% of the charted program for 2025 has been implemented. Vaccination coverage for children under one year has reached an impressive 100%, reflecting the region’s commitment to improving child health.
Eritrea: Key figures on health facility utilization
- 87% of the charted program for 2025 has been implemented
- Vaccination coverage has reached 87%
- Vaccination for children under one year of age has reached 100%
- 10% increase in the number of pregnant women giving birth at health facilities
Future Plans for Health Care Development
Participants at the meeting called for the introduction of surgical services at Tio and Idi hospitals. They also emphasized the need for renovations of health infrastructure and regular inspections of unsafe medicines sold in retail shops.
Minister Amina highlighted ongoing efforts to design both short- and long-term plans aimed at expanding health care provision. This includes enhancing human capacity through training and introducing modern health facilities.
Next Steps in Health Care Initiatives
- Introduce surgical services at Tio and Idi hospitals
- Renovate health infrastructure requiring attention
- Conduct regular inspections of unsafe medicines
- Develop short- and long-term health care plans
Increased public awareness is transforming health care access in Eritrea.
