Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital

29/10/2025

✨ *Why does it matters?:*

🧠 *Trains* your brain to associate your bed with rest, not stress.

😴 *Improves* sleep quality and helps you fall asleep faster.

💖 *Strengthens* emotional connection and intimacy.

📵 *Reduces* screen time and bedtime overstimulation.

💡 *Try this tonight*:

🚫 Keep your phone or laptop away 30 minutes before bed.

🌙 Dim the lights, stretch, or pray instead.

🕯️ Let your body and mind know — it’s time to rest.

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29/10/2025

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), Dr. Paa Kwesi Baidoo, has pledged to institute stringent measures to address the infractions which, caused the hospital’s recent appearance before the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament.

“I inherited all the infractions contained in the audit report laid before the committee and as the current CEO of the hospital, I am fully committed to rectifying them and pursuing additional measures to prevent similar ones during my tenure so as to improve the operations of the hospital”, he said.

Dr. Baidoo stated this in an interview in Kumasi.

He pointed out that soon after assuming office, he made it clear to the management and staff of the hospital that among his key priorities would be to intensify operational and system reforms, optimize revenue generation, reduce waste and contain cost.

He said in line with the pursuance of the above, he has given firm instructions to all directors and line managers at the hospital to follow best practices and institute rigorous measures to ensure compliance with all the statutory, regulatory and audit requirements in their lines of duty.

Dr. Baidoo noted that any director or line manager whose actions or inactions result in any infraction would be personally held responsible by his administration.

“I am determined to ensure that the right steps and systems are pursued to resolve the breaches which preceded my assumption of office and implement new controls to prevent their recurrence”, he emphasized.

At the committee, the management of the hospital was made to answer for a number of issues bothering on unearned salaries, payroll management and asset registration challenges among others.

27/10/2025

Before you toss that item into your cart, pause and 📖 read the label!

*Here’s what to look out for*:

🔹 *Ingredients*: The shorter the list, the better!

🔹 *Sugar*: Avoid products with sugar among the first 3 ingredients. 🍭

🔹 *Salt (Sodium)*: Go for low-sodium options to protect your heart. ❤️

🔹 *Fats*: Limit trans fats and choose healthy oils instead. 🫒

🔹 *Expiry Date*: Always check freshness! 🗓️

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25/10/2025

Have you ever wondered why you feel heavy or restless after a late dinner? 😩

➡️It’s your body working overtime while you’re trying to sleep!

✨ Avoid heavy meals 2–3 hours before bedtime.
Go light — your body (and dreams) will thank you! 😴💫

*Why it matters*:

🌙 Gives your stomach time to rest and digest

😴 Improves sleep quality — fewer tosses, more snoozes

💪 Reduces acid reflux and discomfort

❤️ Keeps your blood sugar and heart happy

🔥 Aids metabolism and supports weight control

🌅 Wake up lighter, sharper, and ready to shine at *KATH!*

*Smart swaps*:

❌ Late-night fufu, banku, or oily stews

✅ Light soup with veggies, porridge, or fruit-and-yoghurt combos.

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20/10/2025

💤 *Having trouble sleeping?*🤔

Avoid caffeine about *6 hours before* bedtime.

☕ Drinks containing caffeine include:...

📍Coffee (all types)

📍Black or green tea

📍Cola and energy drinks

🌿 *Try instead*:

📍Herbal teas (chamomile, hibiscus, rooibos)

📍Warm milk

*Rest better, wake up more refreshed*💪🏽

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18/10/2025

THE JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS DONATES ASSORTED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT TO KOMFO ANOKYE TEACHING HOSPITAL

The Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) has received a significant improvement in its stock of equipment following the donation of assorted medical equipment valued at One Hundred Thousand United States Dollars (100,000 USD) from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS Church), Africa West Area.

The gesture was in response to a request for support made to the church by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, for his flagship initiative, “Heal Komfo Anokye Project HeKAP) aimed at modernizing the hospital.

The items include 10 dual medicine trollies, 15 hydraulic patient structures, 20 patient monitors, 40 cardiac tables, 40 drip stands, and 10 medicine trollies, the rest were 30 wheelchairs, 30 4-folding bed screens, 15 electronic hospital beds, 10 bedside lockers and 15 pieces of crash trollies.

Receiving the donation on behalf of the hospital, the Chief Executive Officer of KATH, Dr. (Med) Paa Kwesi Baidoo, expressed gratitude to the Church for its timely intervention. He noted that the donation would go a long way to address some of the logistical challenges being faced by the hospital in delivering efficient and quality healthcare to its patients.

Dr. (Med) Fred Adomako Boateng, the Regional Director of Health Service, commended the Church for its thoughtful gesture and partnership in strengthening healthcare delivery in the region.

“This donation by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is not only a demonstration of goodwill but also a reflection of shared responsibility in ensuring that quality healthcare reaches every Ghanaian,” he stated.

He further encouraged other religious and corporate organizations to emulate this example, stressing that improving healthcare requires collective effort and commitment from all sectors of society.

Speaking on behalf of the Church, Elder Isaac Morrison, Second Counselor, Africa West Area Presidency, stated that the gesture forms part of the Church’s mission to serve humanity and was in line with its believes in showing love and compassion through practical service.

“By supporting the hospital, we aim to help strengthen healthcare systems and touch lives through Christ-like love,” he said.

The ceremony was attended by hospital management, staff, and members of the Church. A brief tour in the hospital was conducted to inspect the donated items.

17/10/2025

17/10/2025

*Cyber Tip Day 17* 📱 Unsecured platforms can expose private patient details.
💬 Remind patients not to share personal or medical details online.🏥 Help patients understand the risks of sharing sensitive info online. 🧠 A little guidance helps patients stay safe online * *

16/10/2025

RESTORING THE SOUL:SPIRITUAL AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE FACING CANCER

16/10/2025

KATH Receives Hisense Color Doppler Ultrasound Machine from Sun Electronics (Hisense Ghana)
The Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) has received a significant boost to its diagnostic capacity following the donation of a brand new Hisense Colour Doppler Ultrasound Diagnostic equipment, valued at $55,000, from Sun Electronics Limited (Hisense Ghana).
In a brief but heartwarming ceremony held at the forecourt of the Accident and Emergency Center of the hospital, Nana Ama Mcbrown, lead Brand Ambassador noted that “Hisense Ghana, strongly believed in using its resources to make real differences, in the lives of people and today’s donation of the Color Doppler Ultrasound to KATH is a perfect example”. The equipment she noted would help doctors provide faster, more accurate diagnoses and ultimately save lives.
Nana Ama McBrown handed over the state-of-the-art equipment to Management to support quality specialized healthcare delivery at Radiology Directorate of the hospital.
The Chief Executive Officer of KATH, Dr. (Med). Paa Kwesi Baidoo received the donation and expressed appreciation to Hisense Ghana for their kind gesture.
“On behalf of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Hisense Ghana for this generous donation.
This advanced Colour Doppler Ultrasound will greatly enhance our diagnostic services and improve patient care and we look forward to continued collaboration in advancing healthcare in Ghana,” he stated.
Dr. (Med) Baidoo further appealed for support from other corporate institutions like Hisense Ghana to facilite delivering of world-class healthcare.

15/10/2025

*Why You Should Sip Water*:

💦 Your body absorbs it better

⚖️ Keeps you steadily hydrated all day

🧠 Prevents low sodium (over-dilution)

🤰🏽 Easier on your stomach — no bloating

🌿 Builds a mindful, steady hydration habit

✨ 📍So 👉🏾Sip often, stay fresh and energized!

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