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Korle-Bu operating under constant pressure, emergency units often operating beyond full capacity- Doctors Association chairman
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The Chairman of the Korle-Bu Doctors Association, Dr. Asare Offei, has highlighted the daily challenges faced by health workers at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, describing the “no-bed syndrome” as a long-standing problem.
His comments follow recent public debate after the hospital’s Chief Executive Officer dismissed a viral video showing patients lying on the floor.
Dr Offei speaking in an interview onJoy news, he explained that the situation at the facility is one of constant pressure, with emergency units often operating beyond full capacity.
According to him, patients used to be redirected to other facilities when there was no space. However, with directives to stop turning patients away, all cases are now kept at the hospital, worsening congestion.
He noted that when beds are full, some patients are made to sit on chairs while receiving treatment, while others who are too weak end up lying on the floor.
“They are still given the best care possible under the circumstances,” he indicated, adding that the situation is not new but has gained attention due to recent media reports.
He urged the public to understand that the issue has existed for years and should not be treated as a sudden development.
Dr Offei called for a collective approach to address the problem rather than assigning blame, stressing that acknowledging the reality is the first step toward finding solutions.
He spoke about the impact of the situation on healthcare workers, explaining that treating patients in such conditions makes it difficult to carry out proper medical examinations.
He said examining a patient in a sitting position or on the floor limits the ability of doctors to gather accurate information for diagnosis.
Dr Offei further described the situation as unprofessional and below standard, warning that it could expose doctors and nurses to legal risks if questioned about their methods of care.
He added that the physical strain on health workers is another concern, as bending or squatting to treat patients on the floor could lead to long-term health problems.
He therefore called for urgent steps to reduce congestion and improve conditions at the hospital, noting that healthcare workers should not be forced to operate under such circumstances as a routine.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Mr. Alban Sumani Kingsford Bagbin has announced private sector led initiative that will see “Visit Ghana” on the “front of jersey” of Sunderland Football Club for the 2026/2027 football season.
The “Visit Ghana” project is a special marketing drive that will have presence on the front of jersey of Sunderland Football Club during the English Premier League.
Under this initiative, Sunderland FC will have on the front of their jerseys, “Visit Ghana” as part of efforts to drive and promote tourism in Ghana.
“We are entering a formal engagement with them to put Visit Ghana on their jerseys and all paraphernalia.
“We have gone far with the discussions, and therefore they usually showing interest,” Mr. Bagbin stated this at the 37th sitting of Parliament.
Mr. Bagbin explained further that, the initiative is not being sponsored by Parliament, but by the private sector adding that, the project will boost tourism in Ghana.
“This is not being sponsored by parliament. Infact the main sponsor is from the private sector, we are leading under my canopy to get this done.
“The GFA, the Ministry of Sports and Recreation and the Ministry of Finance have also been very supportive in this project,” he stated.
The Visit Ghana Front of Shirt Partnership with Sunderland, is expected to make Ghana the first African country to occupy such a position with a premier league club, and also offer global promotion for Ghana through EPL broadcasts, digital platforms and international media channels.
Motorists traveling between Accra and Kumasi are facing major delays today following a serious road crash at Birimso Bridge on the N6 Highway.
The accident, which involved a high-occupancy passenger bus, a loaded articulated truck, and a sedan, has completely blocked both lanes of the highway. As a result, all Accra-bound and Kumasi-bound traffic has been brought to a standstill.
Personnel from the Eastern South Regional Police MTTD, based in Kibi, are currently at the scene managing the situation.
To ease congestion, police have put in place temporary traffic diversions effective today.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
