Category: Medicine

Amid the conflict that started in 2016, health personnel have faced tremendous persecution in line with their duties, but they have never given up fighting to save lives. Though the Konye District Hospital operates in the unrest in Meme Division, the South West region, the staff have braved the odds to keep to their Hippocratic oath, even after suffering a four-year closure.

The Chief of the Health District in Konye, Dr Nzozone Henry, summarised this ordeal by saying that ‘Konye is a highly insecure zone yet over the past 3 years these staffs have put in their last sweat and blood to ensure the people of Konye receive quality healthcare which is a fundamental human right.’

On December 22, 2023, the efforts of the Konye District Health Services Staff were compensated in a prize award ceremony that brought together, traditional rulers, South West regional health officials, administrative and security officers.

The Chief of the Health District in Konye, Dr. Nzozone Henry, revealed that the hospital had been
in ruins with equipment stolen, and when they reopened in April 2021, they realized there was nothing left to operate with but with concerted efforts, there was a massive turnaround with positive advocacy targetting Government institutions, Councils, NGOs, and well-wishers. ‘In June 2021, we secured the donation of an Ultra Modern Autoclave and Oxygen concentrator by the ISLAMIC BANK. In June 2021, we secured material donations from the Konye Municipal Council to 8 facilities in the district worth 35 million FCFA. July 2023 we Installed a solar power system to provide lighting to the Konye District hospital and power all laboratory equipment.’ He revealed.

Donations also came from the South West Regional Assembly, GAVI, Ministry of Public Health, CERAC Women, and UNICEF among others.

The Staff used this equipment and support and changed the status of the hospital from ruins to life!

These achievements are the main reasons why the Staff of the Konye District Hospital were awarded prizes for the swift transf
ormation of the health institution.

‘Recognizing and rewarding the efforts of our staff is essential for maintaining motivation and morale. By presenting these price awards, we aim to show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication. This recognition will not only encourage our staff to continue striving for excellence but also serve as an inspiration to others in the community. Moreover, acknowledging the achievements of our staff helps to strengthen the bond between the health services and the community. By showcasing the positive impact of their work, we can foster a sense of pride and unity, which is crucial for the continued success of our healthcare services.’ The Chief of the Health District in Konye emphasized.

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While thanking the administration, traditional rulers, the Council, and well-wishers, the Chief of the Health District paid a special tribute to the Staff, adding ‘Let us also look forward to the future and the continued growth of our healthcare services. Together, we can ensure that the people of Konye District receive the best possible care, now and in the years to come.’

Future projects include:

Enroll all targets for Universal health coverage in Konye and further ensure they benefit from all the packages put in place by the State.

Advocate for the improvement of human resources, more doctors, more nurses, more midwives

Invest in the training and development of our staff to ensure they have the necessary skills and knowledge t
o deliver the best possible care.

Advocate for more bikes to cover all remaining 9-health facilities

Advocate for infrastructural maintenance of all health facilities

Advocate for solar power installations for all health facilities

Continuing to collaborate with local and international partners to access the latest medical advancements and technologies.
Source: Cameroon News Agency

Family Humanitarian Experience, an NGO, has constructed and mechanised a borehole for the St Lucy Catholic Hospital, Tamale to ensure regular supply of water to support the facility’s operations toward quality health care delivery.

Mr Emmanuel Fiagbedzi, Country Director, Family Humanitarian Experience, speaking during the handing over and dedication of the mechanised borehole at the hospital’s premises at Kpalsi, said water played critical role in the provision of quality health care, hence the gesture.

Mr Fiagbedzi, who was accompanied by Michael Yemoh, and Yakubu Ibrahim, Assistant Director, and Engineer respectively at Family Humanitarian Experience, express hope that the facility would further improve the operations of the hospital and assured management of the hospital that his organisation would do more if it gets more funding.

The St Lucy Catholic Hospital, Tamale, which is located at Kpalsi in the Sagnarigu Municipality of the Northern Region, serves as the major referral facility in the mu
nicipality, providing health care to a population of over 190,000.

The facility, which is a registered Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG), began operations in 2008 as a polyclinic and in May 2022, attained the status of a primary hospital, providing wider range of health care services.

Even though the hospital is connected to the Ghana Water Company Limited, water supply to the facility is erratic, thereby, affecting its operations, hence the gesture by the NGO to address the situation.

Mr Clement Tenzagh, Health Director, Catholic Health Service, Tamale, said ‘without water, we cannot do much to provide quality health care’ and thanked the NGO for providing the hospital with an essential commodity to continue to contribute to serve and touch humanity.

Mr George Abraham, Sagnarigu Municipal Director of Health, whose speech was read on his behalf, commended Family Humanitarian Experience for the support, saying it would improve health care delivery in the municipality.

He appealed to t
he management of the facility to do proper and regular maintenance of the facility to serve the hospital for a long time.

Very Reverend Father Hilary Pogbeyir, Vicar General, Catholic Archdiocese of Tamale, who led the event in prayers to dedicate the facility, said, ‘as a Church, we serve humanity’ expressing gratitude to the NGO for the support and said it was in line with the hospital’s focus to continue to serve humanity.
Source: Ghana News Agency

The Ho Teaching Hospital in the Volta Region has held a Thanksgiving and Carols Service to mark the end of the year.

Dr John Tampuori, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Hospital, expressed gratitude to God for his protection, care and love during the year.

He commended the Governing Board, the Management team, and the Departmental and Unit Heads and the staff for their commitment and dedication to service.

The CEO also thanked the Ministry of Health for its numerous supports to the facility and handing over to them the Infectious Disease Centre.

He disclosed that the institution’s Family Health Centre, which is presently undergoing construction, was roughly 60 per cent finished, and they were working non-stop to finish the building in time, for it to open for business in January next year.

Dr Tampuori said the Hospital would continue to improve patient care and also invest in areas currently lacking by bringing in the cadre of staff needed to provide such services.

He said though there wer
e a few flaws in the system, especially regarding the way staff interacted with clients and their families, efforts were being made to rectify the situation.
Source: Ghana News Agency

Family Humanitarian Experience, an NGO, has constructed and mechanised a borehole for the St Lucy Catholic Hospital, Tamale to ensure regular supply of water to support the facility’s operations toward quality health care delivery.

Mr Emmanuel Fiagbedzi, Country Director, Family Humanitarian Experience, speaking during the handing over and dedication of the mechanised borehole at the hospital’s premises at Kpalsi, said water played critical role in the provision of quality health care, hence the gesture.

Mr Fiagbedzi, who was accompanied by Michael Yemoh, and Yakubu Ibrahim, Assistant Director, and Engineer respectively at Family Humanitarian Experience, express hope that the facility would further improve the operations of the hospital and assured management of the hospital that his organisation would do more if it gets more funding.

The St Lucy Catholic Hospital, Tamale, which is located at Kpalsi in the Sagnarigu Municipality of the Northern Region, serves as the major referral facility in the mu
nicipality, providing health care to a population of over 190,000.

The facility, which is a registered Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG), began operations in 2008 as a polyclinic and in May 2022, attained the status of a primary hospital, providing wider range of health care services.

Even though the hospital is connected to the Ghana Water Company Limited, water supply to the facility is erratic, thereby, affecting its operations, hence the gesture by the NGO to address the situation.

Mr Clement Tenzagh, Health Director, Catholic Health Service, Tamale, said ‘without water, we cannot do much to provide quality health care’ and thanked the NGO for providing the hospital with an essential commodity to continue to contribute to serve and touch humanity.

Mr George Abraham, Sagnarigu Municipal Director of Health, whose speech was read on his behalf, commended Family Humanitarian Experience for the support, saying it would improve health care delivery in the municipality.

He appealed to t
he management of the facility to do proper and regular maintenance of the facility to serve the hospital for a long time.

Very Reverend Father Hilary Pogbeyir, Vicar General, Catholic Archdiocese of Tamale, who led the event in prayers to dedicate the facility, said, ‘as a Church, we serve humanity’ expressing gratitude to the NGO for the support and said it was in line with the hospital’s focus to continue to serve humanity.
Source: Ghana News Agency

The Ho Teaching Hospital in the Volta Region has held a Thanksgiving and Carols Service to mark the end of the year.

Dr John Tampuori, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Hospital, expressed gratitude to God for his protection, care and love during the year.

He commended the Governing Board, the Management team, and the Departmental and Unit Heads and the staff for their commitment and dedication to service.

The CEO also thanked the Ministry of Health for its numerous supports to the facility and handing over to them the Infectious Disease Centre.

He disclosed that the institution’s Family Health Centre, which is presently undergoing construction, was roughly 60 per cent finished, and they were working non-stop to finish the building in time, for it to open for business in January next year.

Dr Tampuori said the Hospital would continue to improve patient care and also invest in areas currently lacking by bringing in the cadre of staff needed to provide such services.

He said though there wer
e a few flaws in the system, especially regarding the way staff interacted with clients and their families, efforts were being made to rectify the situation.
Source: Ghana News Agency

Family Humanitarian Experience, an NGO, has constructed and mechanised a borehole for the St Lucy Catholic Hospital, Tamale to ensure regular supply of water to support the facility’s operations toward quality health care delivery.

Mr Emmanuel Fiagbedzi, Country Director, Family Humanitarian Experience, speaking during the handing over and dedication of the mechanised borehole at the hospital’s premises at Kpalsi, said water played critical role in the provision of quality health care, hence the gesture.

Mr Fiagbedzi, who was accompanied by Michael Yemoh, and Yakubu Ibrahim, Assistant Director, and Engineer respectively at Family Humanitarian Experience, express hope that the facility would further improve the operations of the hospital and assured management of the hospital that his organisation would do more if it gets more funding.

The St Lucy Catholic Hospital, Tamale, which is located at Kpalsi in the Sagnarigu Municipality of the Northern Region, serves as the major referral facility in the mu
nicipality, providing health care to a population of over 190,000.

The facility, which is a registered Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG), began operations in 2008 as a polyclinic and in May 2022, attained the status of a primary hospital, providing wider range of health care services.

Even though the hospital is connected to the Ghana Water Company Limited, water supply to the facility is erratic, thereby, affecting its operations, hence the gesture by the NGO to address the situation.

Mr Clement Tenzagh, Health Director, Catholic Health Service, Tamale, said ‘without water, we cannot do much to provide quality health care’ and thanked the NGO for providing the hospital with an essential commodity to continue to contribute to serve and touch humanity.

Mr George Abraham, Sagnarigu Municipal Director of Health, whose speech was read on his behalf, commended Family Humanitarian Experience for the support, saying it would improve health care delivery in the municipality.

He appealed to t
he management of the facility to do proper and regular maintenance of the facility to serve the hospital for a long time.

Very Reverend Father Hilary Pogbeyir, Vicar General, Catholic Archdiocese of Tamale, who led the event in prayers to dedicate the facility, said, ‘as a Church, we serve humanity’ expressing gratitude to the NGO for the support and said it was in line with the hospital’s focus to continue to serve humanity.
Source: Ghana News Agency

Ten facilitators in the Sissala East Municipality of the Upper West Region have received a motorcycle each to assist in monitoring projects being implemented under the Gulf of Guinea Northern Regions Social Cohesion (SOCO) programme.

The SOCO project is contributing to the prevention of conflict spillover from the Sahelian areas currently facing terrorists attacks.

Mr Fuseini Batong Yakubu, the Municipal Chief Executive, who presented the motorcycles, said the Assembly had done a community entry of those projects and the facilitators were required to monitor them and report daily to the Assembly.

‘You are also expected to handle the motorcycles with care as your own, which will be with you for the next five years, that is the lifespan of the project,’ he said.

The facilitators would be supported with a monthly allowance of GHS 559.00 to maintain the motorcycle, he said.

The first phase of the project would be a three-unit classroom project in Navariwie, a Six-bed capacity maternity ward in Kong with in
patients recovery beds, Mr Yakubu said.

The rest include the improvement of 20 lockable stalls at the Tumu market, the paving of the Stadium residential link road, and the development of a basketball court for the youth.

Aside from these infrastructural projects, there will be other soft projects to provide training for women in soap making and soya kebabs, among others.

Artisans including masons shall also be identified and supported with start ups to enhance their work, Mr Yaku said.

There would also be community cluster games to foster peace and harmony among the people.

Mr Eliasu Haruna, a facilitator, on behalf of his colleagues, said:

‘We are very glad as this will make our work easier,’ and assured of quality supervision to ensure value for money.

Source: Ghana News Agency