Residents of Region Two are expected to benefit from faster and more reliable access to essential medicines with the commissioning of a Regional Medical Distribution Centre at Onderneeming on Saturday.
President Dr Irfaan Ali officially opened the state-of-the-art facility, saying the investment forms part of government’s ongoing efforts to modernise the country’s healthcare system through digital technology and decentralised services.
Ali said the new hub will ensure health institutions across the region maintain an adequate supply of medicines while improving delivery efficiency. He explained that facilities serving remote communities, including those in the Pomeroon, will now receive supplies faster due to improved logistics and inventory management.
The centre is equipped with digital systems providing real-time tracking of medicines, allowing officials to monitor stock levels, improve accountability and reduce delays, Ali said, adding that the project forms part of a broader strategy to build modern regional supply hubs supporting hospitals, health centres and telemedicine services.
Ali also announced plans to integrate drone technology into the healthcare network to transport medicines quickly to riverine and hard-to-reach communities, saying such investments reflect government’s commitment to quality care regardless of location.
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony described the facility as a major improvement to the regional supply chain, noting it can store almost all medications required for Region Two, with future expansion to include cold storage for vaccines and other temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals.
The warehouse uses an advanced inventory system tracking every medication’s location and movement to health facilities.
Regional Chairman Devin Mohan welcomed the commissioning as another major investment strengthening healthcare in the region.
