WHO urges stronger border health surveillance
The World Health Organization is urging Ghana to strengthen health surveillance at its border points to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. Officials emphasized the need for better screening systems for mobile populations and the adoption of a 'One Health' approach.
Why it matters
Effective border health surveillance is essential for global pandemic preparedness and managing the cross-border transmission of pathogens.
Namoo (U/E), Sept. 29, GNA – The World Health Organization (WHO) has called for stronger health surveillance and collaboration at Ghana’s border points to prevent the spread of infectious diseases across borders.
Dr Fiona Braka, WHO Country Director to Ghana, said the movement of people across borders posed significant public health risks, making effective screening, surveillance and referral systems essential.
She made the remarks when she engaged officials of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) at the Namoo border post as part of her three-day visit to the Upper East Region to understand its unique healthcare needs and assess preparations for the rollout of national health initiatives.
The Country Director, and her team led by Dr Braimah Baba Abubakari, the Regional Director of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), discussed issues concerning border health and disease surveillance.
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