Ahiagbah Learns of KATH Deficiencies after Accident

In a post following his release from the hospital for almost three weeks, he admitted his bitter lesson and acknowledged the myriad “deficiencies” of the hospital.

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The Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has become familiar with the challenges that confront the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), however, through a bitter experience.

After his near-death accident which took him to the dilapidated 70-year-old health facility- which has not received any comprehensive renovation since its construction with governments coming and ignoring the loud cry for attention- for medical attention.

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In a post following his release from the hospital for almost three weeks, he admitted his bitter lesson and acknowledged the myriad “deficiencies” of the hospital.

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“Fighting to hold on to dear life at KATH has been very frightening and painful. But through it all, I have learned firsthand the extreme deficiencies and prospects of Ghana’s healthcare delivery system.”

He now plans to establish a Non-Governmental Organisation to advocate and assist the facility.

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“From this experience will arise a Turning Point Foundation to promote a people-centered, outcome-driven health policy regime in Ghana.”

The politician was involved in an accident on Saturday, July 27, 2024 on his way to

 Kumasi for a party programme. He was discharged on August 16, 2024.

In 2023, the King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II launched a drive to raise US$10 million for the renovation of the Old Gee Block of the hospital.

Source:opemsuo.com

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