Pressure on the children’s ward at Suhum Municipal Hospital is expected to ease following the commissioning of a new medical and wellness centre in the Eastern Region.
The facility, funded and built by the US-based non-profit Love Without Walls at a cost of about 340,000 dollars, is set to serve a growing population of more than 180,000 people who rely on the hospital for care.
For years, the existing children’s ward has struggled with overcrowding. Health workers have had to manage limited space while attending to a high number of young patients. The new centre is expected to change that, improving both capacity and quality of care.
Speaking at the commissioning, the Municipal Chief Executive for Suhum, Lydia Ohenewa, described the project as a major step forward for healthcare delivery in the municipality. She said the facility would help ensure children receive timely and quality treatment, ultimately improving health outcomes.
She also pointed to the role of partnerships in making such projects possible, urging more collaboration between government and development organisations to expand access to healthcare.
Founder of Love Without Walls, Dr. Hartford Dawson, said the idea for the project dates back to 2014, when he visited the hospital and observed the conditions at the children’s ward. He said those challenges stayed with him and led to the decision to support the construction of a new facility.
Dr. Dawson added that the organisation remains committed to supporting healthcare in the area and is considering similar interventions in other communities.
The Member of Parliament for Suhum, Frank Asiedu Bekoe, welcomed the project, describing it as a significant boost to healthcare services in the municipality. He assured that steps would be taken to maintain the facility so it continues to serve future generations.
The Chief of Suhum, Osabarima Ayeh Kofi I, also called on residents and local leaders to take ownership of the facility, stressing the need for proper maintenance to ensure it benefits children for years to come.
