The Jordanian ministry of health has recently announced it is working on plans to push forward the nation’s health sector, which will become applicable by December 2001. The move is part of a government-wide attempt to improve the standard of living for Jordanian citizens, reported Al-Rai daily.
Health Minister Falih Al-Nasir stated that the modernization steps would be based on a comprehensive feasibility study of the sector. Al-Nasir maintained that the programs would likely focus on properly informing citizens as to their full options for health treatment.
The mimister improved maintenance of health care facilities, and higher standard service would be undertaken. Moreover, a uniform magnetic card, identifying patient history and speeding administrative procedures would also be provided in the near future. Future projects include a 38-million dinar ($53.4 million) social security package for citizens.
At present, the ministry of health manages some 80 hospitals and over a 1,000 health clinics throughout the kingdom. To better provide advanced expertise to patients, the ministry is seeking ways to connect these facilities to international health centers.
Recent overhaul to Al-Bashir Hospital have made it one of the most advanced health facilities in the country. Within three months, the hospital is expected to acquire a state-of-the-art x-ray machine and magnetic nuclear resonance machine to treat cancer patients. On occasion last year, King Abdullah II even made a surprise visit to the hospital, ensuring that all activity there remain up to standard. — (MENA Report)
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