Hyderabad | Garbage Piles, Poor Sanitation at MNJ Cancer Hospital Raise Concerns
The Freedom Press
Hyderabad Oct 31: Concerns have been raised over unhygienic conditions at MNJ Institute of Oncology and Regional Cancer Centre in Hyderabad, when some videos appeared on social media with allegations of garbage accumulation and improper disposal of medical waste on the hospital premises.
The reported conditions have raised questions about sanitation and waste management at the cancer hospital, where patients are already undergoing treatment for serious illnesses. The accumulation of garbage and alleged improper handling of medical waste could add to the difficulties faced by patients and their attendants.
Patients and their relatives are reportedly facing a lack of basic amenities, with some forced to wait along the roadside and on staircases while seeking treatment and attending to their family members.
The situation has prompted demands for immediate intervention by higher authorities to ensure proper waste disposal, improve cleanliness and provide adequate waiting facilities for patients and their attendants.
Given the hospital’s role in treating cancer patients, maintaining hygienic surroundings and ensuring safe medical waste management are essential to protecting patients, visitors and healthcare workers.
Authorities have been urged to inspect the premises, address the reported shortcomings and take necessary measures to improve sanitation and patient facilities.
The hospital administration’s response to the allegations was not immediately available.
