Kumasi: The Muslim Health Workers Association of Ghana (MHWA-G) spent over GHS50,000 on outreach programmes in the Kumasi Metropolis during the first quarter of 2026, reaffirming its commitment to improving healthcare access for vulnerable populations.
According to Ghana News Agency, the interventions in selected communities included free medical screenings for blood pressure-related conditions, diabetes risk assessments, and general health checks for residents. The Association also donated medical equipment to hospitals and health facilities to enhance service delivery and improve patient care.
In addition, MHWA-G organised webinars on healthy lifestyles, focusing on nutrition, hygiene, stress management, and the importance of regular medical check-ups, particularly within Muslim communities. It further provided free medicines and distributed food items to the needy, especially individuals with limited access to regular meals and basic healthcare services.
Dr Aisha Ali Issaka, President of the Association, disclosed this at its first-quarter meeting in Kumasi, where she presented a report on activities for the period ending March 31, 2026. She said the outreach programmes reflected the Association's core mandate of promoting public health through community development, health education, and free medical services.
Dr Issaka noted that MHWA-G remains focused on improving access to healthcare, providing specialised guidance on common health conditions, and reaching underserved populations who might delay seeking care due to financial constraints. She said the activities were largely funded through members' contributions, with internally generated funds (IGF) playing a key role in resource mobilisation. Support from Direct Aid Ghana also contributed to the successful implementation of the programmes by enabling the procurement of essential items and expansion of outreach efforts.