Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin said on Wednesday that recent disasters had caused extensive damage to healthcare infrastructure, including buildings, medical equipment, and ambulances.
He explained that the ministry has coordinated with several automotive companies to repair damaged ambulances. Of the 204 ambulances affected, 85 have been repaired and are now back in operation.
Sadikin noted that four public health centers remain severely damaged. These facilities are located in Lokop sub-district, East Aceh District; Jambur Lak Lak sub-district, Southeast Aceh District; Rusip Antara sub-district, Central Aceh District; and Peusangan sub-district, Bireuen District.
For the facilities in Lokop and Jambur Lak Lak, the ministry is preparing relocation plans. While the process is ongoing, modular public health centers have been set up to ensure temporary healthcare services remain available to local communities.
The ministry is also addressing clean water needs by constructing bore wells at affected facilities. Of the 77 public health centers requiring access to clean water, 13 have been equipped with wells, 16 are currently under construction, and 48 are scheduled for development.
Sadikin added that laboratory facilities are being assessed to determine whether damaged equipment can still be repaired. For equipment deemed beyond repair, the ministry is seeking donor support to procure replacements to maintain service continuity.
According to him, recovery efforts in the health sector are progressing relatively quickly, as the ministry has worked closely with regional governments to prioritize the restoration of healthcare services.
He cited hemodialysis as one of the critical services that must be restored immediately, noting that prolonged disruptions could pose serious risks to patients’ lives.
Sadikin also expressed appreciation for the many medical professionals who have volunteered to support recovery efforts in affected areas, as well as other stakeholders who have contributed to the overall progress.
On the same occasion, Head of the National Disaster Mitigation Agency’s Center for Disaster Data, Information, and Communication Abdul Muhari said the ministry’s swift deployment of personnel and resources reflects the government’s strong commitment to assisting affected communities.
He emphasized that recovery efforts are being pushed forward across all sectors so that residents in the three affected provinces can return to normal conditions as soon as possible.
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Reporter: Mecca Yumna Ning Prisie
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