Cruz Roja Guatemalteca has donated medical equipment to health districts in Quetzaltenango and San Marcos as part of ongoing efforts to improve healthcare services in vulnerable communities. The initiative is carried out in partnership with the European Union through the "Accelerating Local Action in Humanitarian and Health Crises" program, which aims to strengthen both primary and specialized healthcare across Guatemala.
A modern ultrasound machine was delivered to the Quetzaltenango Health District and will be installed at the Coatepeque Health Center. This device is expected to provide more accurate and rapid diagnoses, especially for monitoring pregnancies and detecting complex medical conditions. According to Cruz Roja Guatemalteca, "Ultrasound is a key tool in the early identification of conditions that could endanger patients' lives, contributing to reducing maternal and infant mortality in the region."
Similarly, medical equipment was provided to the Concepción Tutuapa Health District in San Marcos, with a specific focus on improving prenatal care. The donation includes specialized tools designed to help health professionals monitor pregnant women more closely. Cruz Roja Guatemalteca stated that these resources are intended for "timely interventions to protect both the mother's life and that of her baby."
In addition, another ultrasound machine was given to be used at the main health center in Quetzaltenango. This complements ongoing efforts to reinforce local health systems by increasing diagnostic capacity with up-to-date technology.
The organization emphasized that these donations aim to "strengthen diagnostic and monitoring capacity at health centers; reduce preventable medical complications during pregnancy and childbirth; [and] increase public confidence and satisfaction with public health services." The collaboration between Cruz Roja Guatemalteca and the European Union remains crucial for such initiatives. Both institutions have reiterated their commitment "to continue working together to improve the health and well-being of Guatemala's most needy communities."
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