Chief Executive Officer of the National Ambulance Service, Dr. George Kojo Owusu, has described the graduation of Ghana’s first 2,000 Community Medical First Responders (CMFRs) as “a defining moment” in the country’s healthcare history.
Speaking at the passing-out ceremony at the National Ambulance Training School in Nkenkaasu, Ashanti Region, Dr. Owusu indicated that,
“this is the first time in our nation’s history that such a large group of Community Medical First Responders is being deployed. It sends a powerful message wherever Ghanaians live whether in cities, towns or villages help will never be far away.”
The CMFR programme, part of the Reset Ghana Agenda under President John Dramani Mahama, aims to improve emergency response and create dignified employment for young Ghanaians.
A total of 6,000 responders will be trained nationwide under the supervision of the Youth Employment Agency and technical guidance from the National Ambulance Service.
Dr. Owusu emphasized that, the Community Medical First Responders would serve as Life saving ambassadors by responding swiftly to emergencies.
“They are now guardians of their communities, protectors of life, and ambassadors of a new culture of care and service,” Dr. Owusu added.
He revealed that, the first cohort received training in basic life support, trauma care, emergency response, disaster preparedness, and community health.
