Information reaching this publication indicates that staff at Rev. John Chilembwe General Hospital in Phalombe District have gone on strike following the death of a nurse on Monday.

The district health office spokesperson, Daniel Chilomo, confirmed the incident stating that the body of the nurse, identified as Patrick Dyson, was discovered yesterday near the hospital fence, shocking local residents.

“The staff are concerned about inadequate safety and security, which they believe led to the loss of their colleague,” said Chilomo.

He added that discussions are underway to redeploy some health workers to other branches within the district that are currently not operational, in order to maintain service delivery.

More details to come…

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