The photos, taken and posted online by a former hospital security guard, revealed alleged-moldy substances in rooms, a dirty kitchen and filthy bathrooms. The photos prompted an investigation by Oklahoma health officials, who found seven health violations in the food-prep area alone.
During a Midwest City Council meeting, Mr. Franklin explained more about the photos that went viral. He noted the patient rooms in the pictures have been closed off, in some cases, for 10 years. Further, the CEO claimed the kitchen had recently finished two large holiday catering events when the pictures were snapped.
As for the alleged-mold concerns, Mr. Franklin said the black spots are old adhesive and a full air survey was conducted as a precaution.
“It should look better, definitely, than what it does,” Mr. Franklin told KFOR, noting that other concerns regarding mold and air quality are “baseless.”
Midwest City Council members applauded the transparency of Mr. Franklin and his staff regarding the situation.
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