A shocking revelation has sent ripples through Ghana’s healthcare sector: according to Dr. Ayensu-Danquah, the country currently has only eight trained paramedics to respond to emergencies nationwide.
Speaking at a recent health forum, Dr. Ayensu-Danquah described the situation as “extremely alarming,” warning that the lack of emergency medical personnel puts countless lives at risk. “Every day we face emergencies — accidents, heart attacks, natural disasters — and having just eight paramedics is nothing short of a crisis,” he stressed.
Experts say the shortage highlights systemic gaps in medical training, funding, and policy planning. Hospitals and ambulance services are reportedly struggling to cope, with overstretched staff and delayed response times endangering patients across the country.
The revelation has sparked outrage among citizens and advocacy groups, who are now calling on the government to prioritize paramedic training programs, invest in emergency services, and implement strategies to attract and retain skilled personnel.
With health emergencies continuing unabated, the urgent question remains: how long can Ghana operate safely with such a dangerously thin emergency response network?
