Rhodope Medical Association issues condolences over tragic death of minor in Imaret

The Rhodope Medical Association has expressed deep sorrow and sincere condolences to the family of the young girl who tragically lost her life in Imeros, Rhodope. In an official statement, the Association emphasizes that the incident—which has shaken the local community—painfully highlights the chronic shortcomings in the pre-hospital emergency care system in the region.

🚑 Concerns Over Ambulance Malfunction
Although it has not been officially confirmed whether the ambulance transporting the girl experienced a mechanical failure during the transfer, the devastating outcome underscores the urgent need to strengthen the services of EKAV (National Emergency Aid Center) and the public healthcare system in Eastern Macedonia and Thrace.

⚠️ The Association Calls for Immediate Measures
In its statement, the Board of the Rodopi Medical Association urges the Ministry of Health and the government to take immediate and effective action to ensure citizens’ safety and prevent such tragedies from recurring. Specifically, the Association demands:

Renewal and maintenance of the ambulance fleet in the Rhodope region

Adequate staffing and equipment for EKAV Rhodope

Modernization of the emergency care system

Full administrative and technical investigation into the incident, with the aim of assigning responsibility and implementing corrective measures

🗣 "We Stand Ready to Collaborate"
The Rodopi Medical Association states that it remains available to cooperate with institutional bodies to help implement meaningful reforms and improvements in the region’s healthcare services.

“The loss of a child’s life cannot be met with words and well-wishes. It demands immediate action, accountability, and responsibility. No more lives should be lost due to negligence, delays, or indifference,” the statement concludes.

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