The Ministry of Health says Ghana’s health sector has significantly recovered from what it describes as a previously dire condition, following sustained government interventions.
According to the Public Relations Officer of the Ministry, Tony Goodman, the sector was in a poor state before the assumption of office by the current government, but has since seen notable improvements.
Speaking on JoyNews on Tuesday during the Amalgam of Professional Bodies’ Speakers Series, Mr Goodman said renewed investments and policy reforms have helped revive healthcare delivery across the country.
“Currently, the health sector as it is now, I can say it has resurrected. It used to be in a comatose state,” he stated.
He noted that the government has channelled considerable effort and resources into strengthening the system to ensure effective and accessible healthcare delivery.
Mr Goodman highlighted the introduction of Mahama Cares, a flagship initiative aimed at tackling non-communicable diseases (NCDs), as one of the key interventions contributing to the sector’s revival.
He further revealed that the government is considering the rollout of a free primary healthcare policy to enhance preventive, promotive, and curative health services nationwide.
According to him, the proposed initiative is expected to improve early disease detection, reduce healthcare costs, and strengthen Ghana’s overall health outcomes.
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