Push for new health centre in Al Busaiteen

TDT | Manama

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Al Busaiteen (Al Sayah) could see the establishment of a new healthcare centre if a parliamentary proposal wins approval during Tuesday’s session, despite reservations raised by the Ministry of Health.

The proposal, submitted by MPs Abdulwahid Qarata, Hamad Al Doy, Hisham Al Awadhi, Dr Hisham Al Ashiri and Abdullah Al Dhaen, has secured the backing of Parliament’s Services Committee.

Lawmakers are advocating for a facility that would provide primary healthcare, vaccinations and routine medical check-ups, arguing that it would ease pressure on existing clinics serving the growing community.

MP Abdulwahid Qarata said rapid population growth in Al Busaiteen and rising demand for “integrated health services” make the project necessary. He added that the proposed centre would also create job opportunities for medical and technical staff.

However, the Ministry of Health told Parliament that primary care services in Muharraq Governorate are already delivered through six health centres, including two that operate 24 hours a day. The ministry noted that Halat Bu Maher Health Centre and Muharraq Health Centre are located near Al Busaiteen, indicating that establishing another facility in the same area may not be warranted.