Municipal Health Director of Ghana Health Service for Ningo-Prampram, Mrs. Patience Ami Mamattah, has shared optimistic views on the significance of the Tema Community 25 Lion Club flagship project – a state of the art eye clinic at the Prampram Polyclinic.
Speaking to happyghana.com’s Kobina Baidoo, she indicated that the club has been sharp-eyed in constructing the facility. She explained that the facility will be of benefit to many people beyond the Prampram municipality. “Most people who are not very familiar with the geography of the municipality think that Ningo-Prampram is all about Prampram but its beyond that. It extends all the way to the Eastern end, Volta Region and beyond. And geographical access to health care is a challenge let alone asking them to go beyond Prampram for care. It will be extremely challenging for them.”
According to the health expert, the club, through this project has significantly reduced the distance and the potential costs that will go into making journeys to health care facilities in the capital. “Having this Lions Club Eye project at Prampram Polyclinic is providing and bringing healthcare delivery to the doorsteps of the people of Ningo-Prampram and that of course will improve access geographically and also financially,”
She also noted that the project will stir up high levelsl of motivation within specialists and healthcare service providers as equipment and necessary tools are made available to cater for all patients that come to the facility. “As healthcare providers, we are motivated when we have the right infrastructure and equipment to work with and the Lions Club project is going to help us with that.” she intimated.
Construction of the Eye Clinic is currently underway and, as of June 27th, funds have been successfully raised to cover the roofing costs. With significant progress made by the club, the project is expected to be completed soon, marking a major milestone in the club’s service efforts.
By: Kobina Baidoo
