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 »A/R: Health Systems Innovation Project Launched in Kumasi to Tackle Maternal Mortality.
In a significant stride towards enhancing healthcare in the Ashanti Region, the Health Systems Innovation Project was officially launched on November 29, 2023, in Kumasi, the regional capital. The initiative, spearheaded by the Ashanti Regional Health Directorate, is set to revolutionize health systems, particularly in the realm of Reproductive, Maternal, …
Read More »A/R: 17th HASAAG Annual General Congress 2023 held.
The 17th Health Accounting Staff Association of Ghana (HASAAG) Annual General Congress concluded successfully in Kumasi, the capital of the Ashanti Region, with a compelling focus on “Enhancing resource mobilization and financial accountability in the health sector amidst current economic challenges.” The congress served as a platform for accountability, reflection, …
Read More »A/R: Health Directorate Equips Health Promotion Officers To Boost COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts.
In a significant stride towards combating the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Ashanti Regional Health Directorate, with vital support and funding with UNICEF, has taken a proactive step by providing training and support to Health Promotion Officers on demand generation for COVID-19 vaccines within the routine immunization service delivery in the …
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: Workers of Kumasi South Hospital Bound To Kick Against The Appointment Of The Retired Former KATH CEO.
In a surprising turn of events, the medical community at Kumasi South Hospital also known as Agogo Hospital in the Ashanti Region finds itself embroiled in a controversy over the appointment of Dr. Oheneba Owusu-Danso, the retired former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH). …
Read More »Offinso North health workers receive Presidential Awards for hard work.
About 64 health workers in the Offinso North District of the Ashanti Region have been honored by the government for their various contributions to the country’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The presidential awards, initiated by President Akuffo Addo, acknowledges the exceptional role of frontline health workers who dedicated themselves …
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. …
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