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KATH temporarily suspends admission of new cases at Accident and Emergency Centre
June 2, 2026
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KATH temporarily suspends admission of new cases at Accident and Emergency Centre

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Key Points

  • Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) has temporarily suspended new admissions at its Accident and Emergency (A&E) Centre due to severe congestion.
  • The A&E Centre, designed for 37 beds, currently has 61 patients admitted and 34 waiting, leading to the 24-hour suspension.
  • The measure aims to clear the backlog and prevent endangering critically ill patients, with admissions to resume once the situation is under control.
  • The public is urged to utilize peripheral hospitals in the region, and KATH is engaging the Ashanti Regional Health Directorate for support from satellite hospitals.
  • Neonatal, paediatric, and obstetric emergency facilities remain unaffected by the temporary suspension.

Why This Matters

This situation at KATH highlights the severe strain on Ghana's healthcare infrastructure, particularly at major referral centers that serve multiple regions. It underscores critical issues of inadequate capacity and resource distribution, directly impacting patient care and potentially leading to adverse health outcomes for citizens. Addressing this requires urgent policy intervention and investment to expand healthcare services and decentralize specialized care.

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