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Transportation for Medical Personnel and Patients Strengthened in Holguin

Public health in Holguin is benefiting from a medical transportation service. That ensures the transport of healthcare personnel to their institutions and the mobility of patients with serious illnesses.

Wilmer García Ramírez, director of the Provincial Transportation Company. He explained to the Cuban News Agency that, despite the energy crisis and resource limitations, the entity is prioritizing service. To the sector by acquiring three electric vehicles and one combustion engine vehicle as part of a national program.

The services include a minibus with a capacity for 13 passengers. Designated for the staff of the Provincial Psychiatric Hospital. Which operates in the morning and afternoon. According to the demands coordinated with the institution, he mentioned.

Moreover the director reported that they also support the Maternal and Child Health Program in the provincial capital. And the transport of patients who do not require ambulances to attend specialized examinations and CT scans between the main medical units in the province.

To ensure the organization and efficiency of work, they created a new unit that allocates resources daily. According to the demands of high-value social organizations, he noted. Also the service is free for workers and operates on a 12-hour system. Reserving nighttime for battery recharging, he pointed out.

García Ramírez added that the company contributes to the logistical support of the health sector. With a fleet reinforced with two electric panels with a capacity of over two tons. Also used in the distribution of goods and in collaboration with the education sector.

The Ministry of Transportation is working on incorporating renewable energy sources to boost the operation of its vehicle fleet, with an emphasis on priority areas.

With information from CNA