The World Health Organisation (WHO) African Regional Director, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti has donated (eight) 8 tons of medical items to flood victims in the country.
Dr. Matshidiso Moeti on her visit to Ghana was to show solidarity to the Government of Ghana and donate to the flood victims through the Ministry of Health.
The items include Intravenous fluid, Antibiotics, Pain medication, Water sanitation and Hygiene kits, Consumables and Antihypertensives.
According to her, the risk of water-borne diseases rises due to flooding and can further worsen the plight of the affected communities,
Dr. Matshidiso Moeti said that WHO remains committed to work with Ghana to ensure adequate preparedness and capacity to effectively respond to emergencies and to attain health for all Ghanaians.
“WHO is committed to continuing supporting Ghana in building a strong resilient health system to effectively respond to health emergencies while ensuring the continuity of essential health service as part of achieving universal health”. She reiterated.
The donation is in line with the courtesy call on the Minister for Health Hon. Kweku Agyeman Manu as part of her three-day official visit to Ghana.
Receiving the items, Hon. Agyeman Manu warmly welcomed the delegation and commended WHO for its unwavering support of the Ministry in many diverse ways.
Hon. Agyeman Manu also expressed gratitude for the support in harmonizing the health facility assessment survey that assesses the availability of health facilities.
According to him, the health system of the flood areas has been stretched, therefore, Ghana requires some assistance to ensure that essential health services can be provided.
“To achieve universal health coverage, we in Ghana have prioritised improving quality of care at the primary Health care level through the Network of performance that is currently being rolled out. We will continue to seek the support of WHO in ensuring quality health for all,’’ Hon. Agyeman Manu added.
Dr. Moeti was accompanied by the WHO country representative, Professor Francis Kasolo and other dignitaries.
Source: Mybrytfmonline.com/Solomon Nartey
