By Elsie Appiah-Osei
Accra, Feb. 11, GNA – Parliament has approved a GH¢2.9 billion budget for the Ghana Medical Trust Fund for 2026, aimed at enhancing specialised medical care for patients with chronic and non-communicable diseases.
The Fund would mobilise resources to finance healthcare services, invest in medical equipment, develop healthcare infrastructure, and support human resource training and research initiatives.
“The Ghana Medical Trust Fund is tasked with mobilising resources to finance and support the provision of specialised medical care for patients with chronic and non-communicable diseases,” according to a parliamentary report.
It said the allocation will support specialist medical training and research focused on chronic and non-communicable diseases, ensuring improved healthcare outcomes for affected populations.
The Fund is a government-supported initiative established to improve access to specialised healthcare services in Ghana.
This move is expected to reduce the burden of chronic illnesses on patients and the health system, aligning with Ghana’s goal of achieving better healthcare outcomes for its citizens.
GNA
Edited by Christabel Addo