DAR ES SALAAM, May 22 -- WANANCHI in remote and underserved areas will now access specialised surgical services closer to their communities following the launch of the countrys first mobile surgical theatre by the Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH).

The 1.19bn/- state-of-the-art unit launched in Dar es Salaam late Wednesday will enable specialist doctors to conduct minor operations, emergency procedures and medical screenings during outreach programmes, reducing the need for patients to travel long distances to referral hospitals for treatment.

Equipped with modern surgical and diagnostic technology, the mobile theatre is expected to improve access to healthcare services for wananchi living in areas with limited medical infrastructure an...