SERHA Addresses Misinformation About Accident Victim’s Care at PMH

The South East Regional Health Authority (SERHA) has rejected online misinformation regarding a patient from a car accident at Princess Margaret Hospital. They confirmed appropriate and timely care was provided and engaged with the patient’s family to clarify any concerns. SERHA urged reliance on official communications for accurate information.

The South East Regional Health Authority (SERHA) has dismissed allegations of misinformation regarding a patient injured in a recent motor vehicle accident and admitted to the Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) in Jamaica. SERHA asserts that the patient received timely and appropriate medical care following an assessment in the emergency department. The hospital emphasizes its commitment to transparency and communication with the patient’s family, having met with them to discuss the patient’s health and address any concerns. SERHA encourages the use of the Family Care System for direct communication between patients and healthcare providers and advises the public to trust official SERHA updates rather than social media rumors.

SERHA’s response highlights its commitment to patient care and transparency amidst misinformation on social media. By engaging with the patient’s family and promoting official communication channels, SERHA aims to dispel any rumors regarding patient care at PMH. This emphasizes the need for reliable information from credible sources in health discussions.

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