President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to addressing the persistent No-Bed Syndrome in Ghana’s health facilities, announcing a raft of measures aimed at strengthening emergency care and improving access to healthcare.
The measures include the introduction of an Integrated Bed Management and Referral Coordination System, expansion of emergency departments in major teaching hospitals and opening the Ghana Armed Forces Critical Care and Emergency Hospital to the general public.
President Mahama announced these interventions when he addressed the 68th Annual General Conference of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA).
According to a statement issued by the Jubilee House and shared on its official X handle, the proposed Integrated Bed Management and Referral Coordination System is expected to improve the coordination of patient referrals and bed allocation across health facilities.
The initiative forms part of broader efforts to address challenges associated with emergency admissions and ensure that patients can access appropriate care without unnecessary delays.
The President also disclosed plans to expand emergency departments in major teaching hospitals, while the Ghana Armed Forces Critical Care and Emergency Hospital is expected to open its services to members of the public.
Healthcare investment
Beyond emergency care, President Mahama highlighted ongoing government investments in healthcare infrastructure, alongside efforts to increase the recruitment and equitable deployment of health professionals across the country.
He also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving the conditions of service of healthcare workers, a move expected to support the delivery of quality healthcare.
The President further cited the implementation of the Free Primary Healthcare initiative, the uncapped National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) and the Ghana Medical Trust Fund as part of the government’s broader healthcare agenda.
These interventions, according to the statement, are intended to improve access to healthcare and strengthen the country’s healthcare delivery system.
President Mahama reiterated the government’s commitment to working with the Ghana Medical Association and other healthcare stakeholders to build a responsive, accessible and sustainable health system that places patients at the centre of care.
