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The announcement of an investment exceeding 300 million pesos for the rehabilitation of the Arnaldo Milián Castro University Clinical Surgical Provincial Hospital in Villa Clara has generated mixed reactions on social media.
The information was shared by the official station CMHW on Facebook, where it was explained that the funds will be allocated to restoring services deemed essential within the institution.
According to Susely Morfa, a member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and the first secretary in the province, the priorities include the Observation Rooms, the Guard Corps, Intensive Care, and Surgery.
“We need to focus on very important areas such as the Observation rooms, the Guard Corps, Intensive Care, and Surgery; the laundry and common areas should also be like new,” said Morfa during a tour of the hospital.
For her part, the governor of Villa Clara, Milaxy Yanet Sánchez Armas, emphasized that the rehabilitation should not be limited to superficial improvements.
"It’s not just about placing new furniture, climate control systems, beds, fixing the plumbing, and painting; we also need to take care of our healthcare professionals in a comprehensive manner," he pointed out.
The authorities also emphasized the need to preserve the improvements and strengthen control over the resources invested in the 32 hospital rooms.
Criticism and skepticism on social media
However, the official publication was met with numerous critical comments from users, who questioned both the current state of the center and the effectiveness of previous investments.
“Total investment and the hospital continues to crumble,” wrote an internet user, who also mentioned the shortage of medications, medical supplies, and the low salaries of healthcare workers.
Other comments raised doubts that structural repairs would address underlying issues, such as the exodus of healthcare professionals.
"When will healthcare professionals be given comprehensive attention? We know the reason behind the massive exodus. What measures are being taken to prevent it?" questioned another user.
Some citizens also called for greater administrative control and transparency in the use of resources allocated for rehabilitation.
A hospital under pressure
The Arnaldo Milián Castro Hospital is one of the main healthcare institutions in the central region of the country and serves patients from several provinces.
In recent years, hospitals in various regions of Cuba have faced structural deterioration, a shortage of medical supplies, and a lack of personnel, all within the context of a prolonged economic crisis.
While the authorities announce a comprehensive rehabilitation, part of the citizenry remains skeptical about whether the investment will sustainably reverse the deficiencies affecting the healthcare system on the island.
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