The Ghana Health Service has received ultrasound machines and essential medical supplies to strengthen breast cancer diagnosis and improve access to early detection services in selected district hospitals across the country.
The equipment was presented during a brief ceremony at the GHS headquarters in Accra as part of ongoing efforts to improve the country’s response to non-communicable diseases, particularly breast cancer.
The intervention forms part of the BEAT Breast Cancer Project being implemented by Jhpiego with support from the Pfizer Foundation.
In addition to the ultrasound machines, the donation included ultrasound gel, hand sanitisers, examination gloves, breast atlases, counselling flashcards, banners, and examination beds to support screening, diagnosis, and patient education.
Receiving the items on behalf of the Service, Caroline Reindorf Amissah expressed appreciation to the partners for supporting healthcare delivery in Ghana.
She noted that the equipment would improve early detection of breast cancer, which is critical for better treatment outcomes and reducing preventable deaths.
Dr. Reindorf Amissah also stressed the importance of decentralising diagnostic services to make healthcare more accessible to communities and reduce delays in diagnosis and referrals.
Country Director of Jhpiego, Pearl Nanka Bruce, described the partnership with GHS as an important step in addressing the growing burden of non-communicable diseases in the country.
Representatives of the Pfizer Foundation also indicated that the initiative forms part of broader efforts to expand access to essential healthcare services and strengthen health systems.
The ultrasound machines and supplies are expected to be distributed to selected district hospitals, including facilities in Ledzokuku, Ga West, and Shai Osudoku to improve breast imaging services and support early diagnosis and referral.
