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Ho Teaching Hospital inaugurates Stroke and Private Wards Unit

By Jones Anlimah

The Ho Teaching Hospital (HTH) has inaugurated a new Stroke and Private Wards Unit, a significant addition aimed at improving specialized healthcare services in the Volta Region.

The facility is expected to provide advanced care for stroke patients while also offering upgraded private ward services for individuals seeking enhanced comfort during their treatment.

Speaking at the inauguration, Professor Yaw Asante Awuku, Head of the Sub-Business Management Center at HTH, emphasized the hospital’s commitment to expanding healthcare access and improving patient outcomes.

“The early aspect of stroke management is very important—that is what our team has been equipped with. We have doctors who are well-versed in this field, and I must say the expertise is there. But the little things—very important—like positioning the patients, monitoring their swallowing, and providing overall care, our team is now well-equipped to handle,” he stated.

The Medical Director of HTH, Dr. Emmanuel Kasu, highlighted the hospital’s focus on enhancing service delivery, noting that the private wards would offer a more personalized healthcare experience. He stated that the addition of the private wards aligns with the hospital’s goal of improving patient-centered care, ensuring that those who require premium services receive the best possible treatment in a comfortable setting.

The inauguration ceremony brought together key stakeholders, including hospital management, healthcare professionals, and traditional leaders, who lauded the initiative as a major step in boosting the region’s healthcare infrastructure.

The new Stroke and Private Wards Unit forms part of HTH’s broader expansion strategy to enhance its status as a leading referral center in Ghana. Hospital authorities have assured the public that the facility is fully equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology and staffed with highly trained professionals ready to deliver world-class healthcare services.

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Health Ministry reviews Global Fund Grant implementation and RSSH initiative

By: Henrietta Afful

The Ministry of Health has organised its first-quarter review meeting to evaluate the progress of the Global Fund’s Grant (GC7) implementation and the Resilient and Sustainable Systems for Health (RSSH) initiative.

The meeting provided a platform for stakeholders to engage in discussions on improving accountability and efficiency in managing the Global Fund’s resources within Ghana’s healthcare system. Participants also addressed various challenges and explored potential strategies for overcoming them.

Minister of Health, Mr. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, emphasized the crucial role the GC7 grant has played in supporting Ghana’s efforts to combat HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria. He said the Global Fund remains an essential partner in these ongoing efforts, while also contributing to strengthening Ghana’s broader health system resilience.

The Health Minister also pointed out several challenges faced in implementing the GC7 grant. He highlighted delays in procurements and ineligible expenditures as major challenges.

He expressed concerns about the slow absorption of funds, particularly under the Resilient and Sustainable Systems for Health (RSSH) initiative, and stressed the need for reprogramming measures to ensure that resources are effectively utilised.

Mr. Akandoh reassured stakeholders of his commitment to optimizing resource usage and fostering stronger collaboration to sustain life-saving health interventions.

The Chief Director of the Ministry, Alhaji Hafiz Adams, addressed the meeting, underscoring the importance of greater accountability, efficiency, and alignment with national health priorities to maximize the impact of Global Fund resources. While acknowledging the challenges, he reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to working with partners to enhance the country’s healthcare system.

Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, Prof. Samuel Akoriyea Kaba, also pledged to collaborate with stakeholders to improve the health system, ensure effective coordination, and ensure the optimal use of Global Fund support for the benefit of the entire population.

Representatives from key healthcare institutions, including the Ghana Health Service, National Malaria Elimination Program, National AIDS Control Program, National TB Control Program, and RSSH, made presentations on the progress of Global Fund grants, shared achievements, and discussed ways to address ongoing challenges.

The stakeholders collectively called for the Ministry to develop more sustainable financing strategies to prevent future funding gaps and ensure the continued success of health initiatives across Ghana.

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GHS reassigns Regional Health Directors to boost healthcare delivery

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has announced a major reshuffling of Regional Health Directors to enhance healthcare service delivery across the country.

In a statement dated March 5, the GHS stated that the reassignment will take effect from April 14, 2025.

This move, according to the GHS, is aimed at strengthening the healthcare system and advancing the organization’s objectives.

The following directors have been reassigned:

Dr Samuel Kwabena Boakye-Boateng: Previously the Regional Director of Health Services (RDHS) for the Upper East Region, he will now serve as the Director of Policy, Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation Division (PPMED) at GHS headquarters.

Dr Kennedy T.C. Brightson: Formerly the Medical Superintendent at Shai-Osudoku Municipal Hospital, he will take on the role of Acting Director of Family Health at GHS headquarters.

Dr Abdulai Abukari: Previously the RDHS for the Northern Region, he will now serve as the Director of Special Duties at GHS headquarters.

Dr Alberta Adjebeng Biritwum-Nyarko (Mrs.): Formerly the Director at GHS headquarters, PPMED, she will now serve as the RDHS for the Central Region.

Dr Marion Okoh-Owusu: Previously the Director at GHS headquarters, Family Health Division (FHD), she will now serve as the RDHS for the Bono East Region.

Dr Braimah Baba Abubakari: Formerly the RDHS for the North East Region, he will now serve as the RDHS for the Upper East Region.

Dr Damien Punguyire: Previously the RDHS for the Upper West Region, he will now serve as the RDHS for the Eastern Region.

Dr Josephat Ana-Imwine Nyuzaghi: Formerly the RDHS for the Savannah Region, he will now serve as the RDHS for the Upper West Region.

Dr Emmanuel Atsu Dodor: Previously the RDHS for the Ahafo Region, he will now serve as the RDHS for the Volta Region.

Dr Akosua A. Owusu-Sarpong (Mrs.): Formerly the RDHS for the Greater Accra Region, she will now serve as the RDHS for the Ahafo Region.

Dr Chrysantus Kubio: Previously the RDHS for the Volta Region, he will now serve as the RDHS for the Bono East Region.

Dr Paulina Clara Appiah**: Formerly the RDHS for the Bono East Region, she will now serve as the RDHS for the Western North Region.

Dr Godfred Kwabena Sarpong: Previously the RDHS for the Western North Region, he will now serve as the RDHS for the Northern Region.

Dr John Ekow Otoo: Formerly the Medical Director at the Upper West Regional Hospital, he will now serve as the RDHS for the North East Region.

Dr Robert Amesiya: Previously the RDHS for the Savannah Region, he will now serve as the Acting Regional Director for the Greater Accra Region.

The GHS emphasised that these changes are necessary to ensure that health services are delivered efficiently and effectively, and to meet the healthcare needs of the population.

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Cassona Global Imaging Ltd. commits to enhancing Ghana’s healthcare

In an effort to improve healthcare delivery, Cassona Global Imaging Limited, experts in medical equipment has announced its preparedness to offer state-of-the art medical technologies to enhance healthcare facilities in the country.

Ghana, like many developing nations, faces a scarcity of advanced medical equipment. This shortage has hindered the ability of healthcare providers to deliver optional care, particularly in areas such as diagnostics and treatment.

Cassona Global Imaging Ltd. says the company seeks to bridge the existing gap in healthcare delivery by providing high quality and innovative healthcare solutions.

To further support the country’s healthcare systems, the Chief Executive of Cassona Global Imaging Ltd. Mr. John Chigbu, said the company is putting measures in place to train doctors, radiologists and medical professionals on the use of modern healthcare tools.

By:: Lindsay Abbey Mensah

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