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 »Government urged to prioritize investment in Mental Health.
Although Mental Health issues have seen some remarkable improvements due to awareness creation, stigmatisation and discrimination still have negative impact on persins with mental health conditions and their families. Government has been urged to develop and strengthen evidence -based programmes to address the mental health needs of young people. …
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 »A/R: 5-Days National Covid-19 Vaccination Campaign Launched.
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 9th National COVID Vaccination Days (NaCVaDs) will commence and it’s dubbed, “Protect Yourself, Protect Your Family, Get Vaccinated Against Covid-19 Now! with the aim …
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 …
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