The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) is warning that Intensive Care Units in Accra’s major hospitals are being overstretched as the country deals with a surge in Covid-19 cases.
The General Secretary of GMA, Dr Justice Yankson, stated that hospitals in Ghana are not equipped enough to handle the fast-rising cases as the country is nearing a possible third wave.
His comment comes when Ghana, as of July 8, recorded 23 severe conditions with 11 patients in critical condition.
So far, active cases have moved from 1,849 to 2,247, indicating a 398 increment in active cases. Currently, the Ridge Hospital has a total of 16 ICU beds, with 8 beds already occupied.
Dr. Yankson has also called for greater compliance to COVID Protocols.
