Online Reporter
Rumbidzayi Zinyuke in Honde Valley
The introduction of digital X-ray machines in Zimbabwe’s rural health facilities is bringing faster and more accurate diagnosis closer to communities.
At Hauna District Hospital, the new technology has doubled patient capacity, from serving only five to 10 patients to more than 20 per day.
Hauna District Hospital X-ray operator Mr Benard Kwaramba said the transformation had made a significant impact.
“Previously, using the analogue system, it would take between 15 and 25 minutes to process one X-ray. Now, with the digital machine, it takes about three minutes,” he said.
The shift from analogue to digital systems, supported under the COVID-19 Response Mechanism, is part of the measures by the Government to enhance efficiency and patient care.
