Two government hospitals in Sudan’s capital allegedly refused to admit a patient suffering from elevated blood sugar, forcing his family to seek private treatment after five hours of delays.
According to local Sudanese media, the patient was referred to Al-Nao Hospital in Omdurman for supervised treatment but was turned away because no emergency beds were available.
His family then travelled to Bar Al-Walidayn Government Hospital, where another doctor reportedly refused admission, citing a shortage of intensive care beds despite the patient not requiring intensive care.
After hours of unsuccessful attempts to obtain treatment, the family transferred him to a private hospital, where he received immediate medical attention and was discharged four hours later.
The family urged authorities to investigate the incident and improve access to public healthcare.
The case highlights mounting pressure on Khartoum’s medical facilities, many of which remain overwhelmed by overcrowding, shortages and deteriorating services following more than three years of war.
Local Sudanese media also reported complaints of poor treatment by hospital staff, with residents calling for stronger government oversight and accountability.
