“Byumba District Hospital is one of the oldest hospitals. It was built in 1947 during the colonial period by Belgians, and nowadays, it has the assistance of the Ministry of Health in collaboration with their partners and the Government of RWANDA. It is the hospital of Gicumbi District, located in the northern province, with a capacity of 252 beds. It had 208 clinical and non-clinical staff by the end of December 2020; Byumba Hospital received 29 383 outpatients, and admissions were 10 732 by the end of December 2020.
Interactive Workshops:
This report outlines the training programs conducted by ACREOL Global for healthcare professionals, volunteers, caregivers, and other stakeholders, with a particular focus on Byumba District Hospital and Health Centers in Gicumbi. The report also assesses training outcomes. It covers the program’s structure, methods used, participants’ feedback, and the impact of the training held. The report also discusses challenges encountered and offers recommendations for improving palliative care within the hospital. The report emphasizes the importance of collaboration between ACREOL Global and healthcare facilities in delivering high-quality palliative care. It stresses the need for sustained efforts to overcome challenges in this area.