Monrovia, June 23 -- The Liberia Medical and Dental Council (LMDC) has ordered the immediate closure of several health facilities operated by concession companies Cavalla Rubber Corporation (CRC) and Golden Veroleum Liberia (GVL) for gross violations of national healthcare standards and failure to meet obligations under their social development agreements.

According to the LMDC, the affected facilities include CRC's clinic in Pleebo, Maryland County, and three GVL-operated clinics located in Butaw, Tarjouwon, and Kpanyan Districts in Sinoe County.

Inspections conducted by the Council uncovered a range of serious health and safety deficiencies, including unsanitary conditions, staff shortages, absence of licensed medical professionals, ...