Ensuring Access to Medical Oxygen: Challenges and Solutions in Zambia

Thu, 02 May 2024 19:44:07 +0000

Zambia, with its population of over 17 million people, faces various obstacles in providing adequate medical oxygen to those in need. One primary issue is the limited infrastructure for oxygen production and distribution. The majority of medical oxygen in Zambia is produced by a few large plants, primarily located in urban areas. This geographical concentration creates difficulties in supplying oxygen to remote regions where healthcare facilities are sparse.