Peru's 'Ghost Hospital': Millions Wasted, Public Health at Risk

Huánuco's 'Ghost Hospital': Millions Wasted, Public Health Endangered In Huánuco, Peru, a health center built with millions of soles sits abandoned and decaying. The Cachicoto Health Center, intended to serve over 6,000 residents, is now a symbol of government mismanagement. A recent ATV Noticias report reveals the extent of the neglect, showing water damage, mold, and expired medicines from 2018. "This is a visible demonstration of the cancer that has Peru agonizing for years," states one reporter, highlighting the building's state of disrepair. A representative from La Contraloría confirms that officials knew the land was unsuitable and that water leaks were inevitable, yet construction proceeded. The project cost nearly 11.5 million soles, with 1.7 million specifically allocated for biomedical equipment, now ruined. This case underscores the need for greater accountability in public spending and highlights the devastating consequences for the community.