Cabinet Approves Plans for Cancer Center Upgrade and Decommissioning of Outdated Equipment

At Wednesday’s Cabinet meeting, members deliberated over the Cancer Center‘s status, focusing on its preparedness to commence patient services for radiation and chemotherapy treatments.

The Cabinet reached a consensus that several outdated machines currently housed in the facility are no longer functional and will require removal.

Officials emphasized that the decommissioning process must be conducted under the supervision of experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), an organization recognized for its proficiency in handling radioactive materials.

The Cabinet has tasked the Attorney General with the responsibility of acquiring the machines if the current owners fail to reclaim them within a specified timeframe.

Additionally, the Attorney General will be required to present a valuation of the machines that withstand legal scrutiny.

While discussions progressed regarding the machines, the Cabinet also noted the ongoing repair efforts on both the roof and the building’s interior.

Work is being done to remedy an engineering oversight that didn’t adequately account for water runoff cascading from the adjacent hillside.

Although an exact timeline for equipping the Center with new machines and trained personnel remains uncertain, Cabinet members were informed that the repairs are expected to be completed within 60 to 90 days.

Further updates on the Cancer Center’s readiness and operations will follow as the situation develops.