Atomic Energy Council Team Visits Herona Community Hospital
A team from the Atomic Energy Council (AEC) recently paid an official visit to Herona Community Hospital as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen radiation safety and regulatory compliance in healthcare facilities.
The team was dispatched by the Executive Director of the Atomic Energy Council, Sekyanzi Deo, and was led by Nabalayo Cate, a Radiation Safety Expert at AEC.
Focus on Radiation Safety and Compliance
During the visit, the AEC team engaged hospital management and technical staff on matters related to:
- Safe use of radiation-emitting medical equipment
- Compliance with national radiation safety standards
- Proper handling, storage, and monitoring procedures
- Strengthening institutional capacity for radiation protection
The engagement aimed to support Herona Community Hospital in maintaining high standards of patient, staff, and environmental safety while delivering essential diagnostic and clinical services.
Appreciation from Herona Community Hospital
Herona Community Hospital expressed sincere appreciation to the Atomic Energy Council for the visit and the continued technical guidance provided to health facilities across the country.
Hospital management noted that such collaborative engagements are vital in ensuring regulatory compliance, improving service quality, and safeguarding both healthcare workers and patients.
“We value the partnership and technical support from the Atomic Energy Council. This collaboration strengthens our commitment to safe, compliant, and high-quality healthcare delivery,” the hospital management stated.
Strengthening Partnerships for Safe Healthcare
The visit reaffirmed the importance of collaboration between regulatory bodies and healthcare institutions in promoting safe medical practices. Herona Community Hospital looks forward to continued engagement with the Atomic Energy Council in advancing radiation safety and excellence in healthcare service delivery.