The Ghana Health Service has launched its three-day senior managers meeting for 2023 in the Ashanti Regional capital, Kumasi. Supported by its partners, the GHS aims to explore practical strategies for key actors in the health sector to implement policies that enhance quality and accessible healthcare for all citizens in …
Read More »“Ashanti Region’s Health Facilities Grapple With Rising Electricity Costs” – Regional Health Director
The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate convened its 2023 Annual Performance Review meeting with a resounding theme: “Accelerating Progress towards Universal Health Coverage, Strengthening Primary Health Care through Network of Practice.” This gathering, held on March 27th, 2024, brought together a cadre of esteemed health professionals, including Regional Health Directors, deputies, …
Read More »World NTD Day: Ashanti Regional Health Directorate Steps Up Efforts Against Neglected Tropical Diseases on World NTD Day.
In a concerted effort to tackle Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), the Ashanti Region in Ghana is intensifying its awareness campaigns, with District and Municipal Health Directorates taking the lead. Marking this year’s World NTD Day, Health Promotion Officers are actively engaging local communities through radio broadcasts and community information centers, …
Read More »Ashanti Region Launches 8th Covid-19 Vaccination Week Campaign.
As the world continues to battle the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the Ashanti Regional Health Directorate in Ghana has taken a proactive step towards protecting its population. Today, September 20th, 2023, they have officially launched the 8th Covid-19 Vaccination Week Campaign, under the theme, “Protect Yourself, Protect Your Family, Get Vaccinated …
Read More »Orbis International Enhances Eye Care in Ashanti Region with Generous Equipment Donation.
In a significant effort to bolster the quality of eye care services in the Ashanti Region, Orbis International, a renowned humanitarian organization dedicated to eye health, has today, 15th September, 2023, extended its benevolent hand once more. A recent donation of vital eye care equipment to the Ashanti Regional Health …
Read More »A/R: “The Covid-19 Vaccination Hesitancy, The Significant Obstacle To Achieving Herd Immunity” – Health Directorate.
The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service has taken proactive measures to address the alarming surge in COVID-19 cases within the region. The 7th National COVID Vaccination Days (NaCVaDs) have commenced with the aim of protecting individuals, families, and communities from the devastating effects of the virus. …
Read More »A/R: Newly Approved Hospital Administrators Charged To Engage Patients In Their Care Management Process.
In a significant step toward enhancing healthcare delivery in Ghana, the Ghana Health Services, in collaboration with key partners such as USAID, PEPFAR, and JSI, has has today, July 5, 2023, has commenced an orientation and capacity building program for 93 newly appointed hospital administrators. This landmark initiative, mandated under …
Read More »Wiping Out COVID-19 is possible in 2023; Adhering to Health Protocols is key – Ashanti Region Health Director.
The Ashanti Regional Health Director, Dr Emmanuel Tenkorang has said with optimism that covid-19 may possibly end at the concluding part of 2023 following efforts by the Health Directorate towards the pandemic. He informed that surveillance has been strengthened, and the support of the media has been immense in creating …
Read More »COVID-19: 2,185,712 Persons Still Expected To Complete Their Vaccination In The Ashanti Region.
The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate with the help from JHPIEGO-USAID RISE has begun another round of COVID -19 vaccination exercise in all the Districts and Municipalities in the region. The five-days exercise which is starting on the 9th to 13th November 2022, would seek to vaccinate 203,480 people who have …
Read More »Canadian Government Donates $10 Million To Support Health Care Delivery In Ashanti Region
The Canadian Government has supported the Ashanti Regional Health Directorate with $10 Million financial package to support lifesaving services for the people in Ghana especially those in the Ashanti Region following the COVID-19 pandemic. The support is to improve quality health care, maternal health, training, sanitation and hygiene as well …
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