Following the alarm raised by DP MP Saimir Korreshi regarding the safety of oxygen cylinders at the Lushnja Regional Hospital, the Ministry of Health has distributed a statement from the hospital's management clarifying that the documentation cited by the MP refers to the period before December 31, 2024, and there have been no recorded incidents that endanger patients or employees.

"The oxygen department does not have a formal position of responsibility in the organization; for organizational needs, a technical employee with appropriate education has been assigned, according to the institution's practices.

Fire extinguishers are installed and functional, while oxygen cylinders are supplied by the contracting operator, who is responsible for their technical condition. The Ministry emphasizes that to date there have been no technical failures or explosions.

Also, the relocation of the wards as part of the reconstruction was carried out according to an approved plan, respecting technical standards and with the knowledge of the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.

"The hospital management emphasizes that it remains committed to the safety of patients and employees, and is open to any verification by the competent authorities," the statement to the Health media states.

In a reaction on social media, Korreshi states that he has been made aware of several documents and reports from employees of the oxygen department, which, according to him, show a significant lack of technical safety conditions. According to the letter dated December 13, 2024, specialists have warned of maximum risk and the possibility of a catastrophe due to the conditions in the medical gases department.