Managers of the Goaso Municipal Hospital in the Ahafo Region have appealed to the Parliamentary Select Committee on Health to push for government intervention to address the severe staff accommodation deficit affecting healthcare delivery.
Following a visit to the hospital, committee member Beyuo Kofi Titus told Adom News that checks revealed only a few staff members live within the hospital premises, with the majority residing far away — a situation he described as worrying, especially during emergencies.
Adding to the challenge, he noted, is the high cost of rent in Goaso, which further burdens healthcare workers.
As a solution, the hospital management has proposed that the government partner with private developers to construct staff quarters on hospital land.
Mr. Beyuo assured that the committee would advocate for the project to ensure that adequate staff bungalows are built to improve healthcare service delivery.
He also encouraged hospital authorities across the Ahafo Region to foster strong relationships with private companies, particularly mining firms, to solicit support.
He cited examples from other regions where such partnerships have led to significant improvements in health facilities.