Korle Bu to get new maternity block; President Mahama describes current building as 'death trap'

The President later commissioned the Ghana Medical Trust Fund Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory, which is expected to strengthen Ghana's capacity to diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular and neurovascular conditions while expanding specialist cardiac care at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.

He said the Trust Fund would now finance the development of specialist health facilities, the acquisition and maintenance of medical equipment, as well as the training of specialist health professionals, in addition to supporting the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Mr Mahama further announced the establishment of Ghana Medical Equipment Services Limited, a subsidiary of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, to maintain and replace specialised medical equipment in public health facilities.