The Krachi West Municipal Hospital in the Oti Region has threatened to close down its mortuary and other medical units due to persistent power outages plaguing the facility.
Medical Superintendent, Dr Hilarious Gadze, revealed that they have spent almost GH₵70,000 on fuel to power generators to keep the hospital running within a few weeks.
The situation has become so dire that the hospital management has issued a warning that if the power outages continue, they may be forced to close down.
According to him, this decision will have a devastating impact on health in the area, as the hospital serves as a vital lifeline for many residents.
He added that the power outages have not only put a strain on the hospital’s finances but have also affected the quality of care that they provide to patients.
According to him, without a reliable power supply, the hospital is unable to operate essential medical equipment and provide necessary treatments to those in need.
Dr Gadze stressed the importance of ensuring that the hospital has access to reliable sources of electricity to continue providing quality healthcare services to the people in the area.
The medical superintendent has therefore urged the government to intervene and provide a sustainable solution to the power crisis facing the hospital.
He said due to the power outages, three air conditioners that were fixed about a month ago had broken down.
He further disclosed that the sterilizer at the theatre has been affected, making it difficult for medical professionals to attend to critical health conditions.