Upgrade of Bongase Rural Clinic to Health Centre Urged Amid Population Surge
Assemblymember Peter Dongi of Bongase appeals for the upgrade of the area's sole health facility to a health centre to meet the growing healthcare needs of over 20,000 residents. Challenges and plans for upgrade discussed.
In a bid to enhance healthcare services amidst a burgeoning population surge, Assemblymember Peter Dongi of Bongase in the Banda District, Bono region, has passionately appealed for the upgrade of the area's rural clinic to a health centre.
Currently, the Bongase rural clinic serves a population exceeding 20,000 residents, causing severe congestion and hampering effective healthcare delivery. Mr. Dongi highlighted the strain on the facility, exacerbated by recent developments such as the establishment of a new fishing market attracting daily population increases.
"The rural clinic struggles to cope with the healthcare demands of our growing community," Mr. Dongi emphasized in a recent interview. "It is imperative that the Ghana Health Service and Ministry of Health collaborate to elevate our clinic to a health centre status."
He underscored that such an upgrade would ensure better access to quality healthcare for Bongase residents and neighboring communities, addressing the pressing need for expanded medical services.
Mr. Dongi also urged the government to absorb local Presbyterian and Roman Catholic basic schools into the public school system, aiming to align educational policies with community needs.
Supporting the call for upgrading the Bongase Rural Clinic, Banda District Director of Health Services, Simon Adams, acknowledged the necessity of meeting specific criteria for the upgrade process.
"The key requirement is to have a Physician Assistant (PA) stationed at the facility," Mr. Adams clarified, noting the current absence of one at Bongase. He mentioned ongoing efforts by the Banda District Assembly to sponsor a PA student, crucial for initiating the upgrade process.
"We have functional lab facilities and a midwife already in place, fulfilling basic prerequisites," Mr. Adams added. He identified challenges such as inadequate staff accommodation and high turnover rates within the district health services.
Addressing broader infrastructure needs, Mr. Adams expressed optimism about potential benefits from the Agenda 111 project, earmarked for district hospital development across Ghana. Despite allocated land in Banda, operational progress remains pending.
"We urge swift action to expedite hospital construction, essential for attracting medical professionals to serve in Banda," Mr. Adams stressed.
As discussions continue to unfold, stakeholders anticipate collaborative efforts to address healthcare and educational needs in Bongase, reflecting broader developmental aspirations within the Banda District.
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