KUDAT: The Karakit Health Clinic on Pulau Banggi near here will be equipped with an X-ray room and an ambulance boat to transport patients from the island to Bandar Kudat.
Community Development and People’s Wellbeing Minister Datuk James Ratib, said RM1 million has been allocated to establish the X-ray room at the clinic, while RM700,000 will be used to provide an ambulance boat.
Both facilities are important to ensure the health and well-being of the people on Pulau Banggi, he said.
Last year, RM700,000 was allocated to upgrade the Karakit Health Clinic.
“No more dilapidated clinics by 2026, all dilapidated clinics will be upgraded and if we look today, most of the old wooden clinics have a new appearance, having been converted to concrete,” he said.
Additionally, he said the government has ordered eight dialysis machines to be placed at Kudat Hospital to ensure the facility is always sufficient and ready for use whenever needed.
“Kidney patients are increasing day by day, not only in Kudat but throughout Sabah, yet the machines in these hospitals are ageing. There is a need to replenish them.”
James said this when met by reporters after officiating the Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (PGRS) Tanjong Kapor Division Aidilfitri Open House, here, last Saturday.
Also present were Banggi Assemblyman Datuk Mohamad Mohamarin and Tanjong Kapor Assemblyman Datuk Ben Chong.
Meanwhile, James commended Ben’s leadership, which shows concern for the people regardless of race, religion or age, ensuring they receive appropriate attention and assistance.
“Here in Kudat, we can see the closeness among the Chinese, Malay, Kadazan-Dusun-Murut-Rungus and other communities, especially during celebrations like this, which foster unity, particularly in Tanjong Kapor.
“I am confident that this unity can be further strengthened and our bonds can grow closer under the leadership of Ben, who is undoubtedly well-known to the people in this area,” said James.
