Kofi Ampeah Woode
The Commanding Officer (CO), 1 Signal Regiment and the first CO of Ghana’s first Battalion (GH1) to the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) – Colonel (Col) Eric Aboagye Tieku, has on behalf of the Officers, Men and Women of UNISFA GH 1, donated assorted items to the Duala Medical Centre, Burma Camp, to enhance healthcare delivery.
The items donated on Thursday 6 July 2023, included 2 Air Conditioners, 1 Water Dispenser, 2 Ceiling Fans, 2 Office Swivel Chairs and a Table Set.
Col Aboagye Tieku expressed appreciation for the dedicated services rendered by the staff at the Medical Centre, in providing quality healthcare to soldiers, Defence Civilian Staff and their families: “The Duala Medical Centre plays a vital role in the well-being of soldiers, Defence Civilian Staff and civilians, and we are proud to support their endeavour by providing these essential items”, he said.
The Station Medical Officer (SMO) – Dr Ewura Adjoa Nunoo, who received the items from UNISFA GH1, stated that the donation came at the right time to give the Medical Centre a facelift and also boost their efforts to deliver efficient healthcare services.
‘The air conditioners will ensure a conducive environment, especially during the hot seasons, the dispenser would aid in hygienic practices, whiles the office swivel chairs, ceiling fans, and table set will contribute to improved patient’s comfort and staff efficiency. We are truly grateful for this thoughtful gesture’, she said.
The SMO continued that the Medical Centre remains dedicated to delivering compassionate and efficient healthcare services to soldiers, Defence Civilian Staff and civilians, adding that the donated equipment will have a profound impact on the lives of patients, ensuring they receive the highest level of care in a comfortable and conducive environment.
She was optimistic that such partnerships and generous contributions would inspire other public-spirited setups, organizations and individuals, to support the improvement of healthcare delivery at the Medical Centre.
