Government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Fosu has announced that the Ghana Medical Trust Fund can be supported through a short code *255#. This initiative aims to provide financial assistance to individuals living with chronic diseases across the country, supporting specialist-level treatment for various chronic conditions, including cancers, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, kidney failure, and stroke.
The Ghana Medical Trust Fund was launched by President John Dramani Mahama, who has donated six months’ salary to the fund. Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has also pledged four months’ salary, demonstrating their commitment to improving healthcare in Ghana.
The fund is governed by a board of trustees and supported by a dedicated administrative secretariat. A taskforce has been inaugurated to oversee the successful implementation of the initiative, focusing on developing a strong policy and legal framework, designing a sustainable funding model, and evaluating Ghana’s healthcare infrastructure.
Ghanaians can now easily donate to the fund using the *255# short code, as announced by Felix Kwakye Fosu on his social media platforms. By contributing to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, individuals can support the noble cause of providing healthcare assistance to those in need.
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