This strike action is severely impacting healthcare services, particularly at the Outpatient Department (OPD).
Patients are struggling to access care due to the withdrawal of services by nurses and midwives, who are demanding the implementation of improved conditions of service agreed upon by the government.
Strike Details:
Reason for Strike: Delay in implementing agreed-upon improved conditions of service
Affected Services: Outpatient Department (OPD) services at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Duration: Entered its third day
Government Response:
– The Ministry of Health has issued emergency directives to maintain essential healthcare services
– Contingency plans are in place, including:
– Hospital Managers: Required to be present at work throughout the strike period
– *Emergency Services*: Maternity and emergency services will remain operational in all hospitals
– *Ambulance Service*: On standby across all districts to assist with emergency cases
– The Ministry is collaborating with quasi-government health facilities to handle the expected increase in patient numbers
Impact on Patients:
– Patients are being forced to seek services elsewhere
– Some patients have expressed concerns about accessing necessary care during the strike
The Nurse and Midwives Strike at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has Entered Third Day:
