Hoefman Laboratories, a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Nice, France, has donated essential medical equipment and nutritional supplements to the Antenatal Unit of the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, popularly known as Ridge Hospital. The gesture is aimed at strengthening maternal healthcare delivery in Ghana.

The donation includes a fetal Doppler, a baby weighing scale, and a vital signs monitor—critical tools for monitoring temperature, blood pressure, and fetal development. Hospital officials say the equipment will significantly improve the unit’s capacity to provide timely and efficient care for pregnant women.

“Our goal is to help reduce pregnancy-related complications and improve outcomes for both mothers and babies,” said Benjamin Appiah Ameyaw, Country Manager for Hoefman Laboratories, during the presentation.

Specialising in gynaecological products, the company also donated supplies of its Vivagest supplements. According to Mr Ameyaw, the formulation includes folic acid, vitamin D3, iodine, omega-3, vitamin B12, and vitamin E—nutrients vital for fertility, reduced risk of miscarriage, and healthy fetal development.

“We are supporting women. It is part of our vision to do that, and this is what informs our donations, which we hope to extend to other facilities across the country,” he added.

Staff at Ridge Hospital described the donation as timely and impactful. Martey Felicia, Principal Midwifery Officer and Nurse Manager at the Antenatal Unit, explained that frequent equipment breakdowns have disrupted services and increased wait times for expectant mothers.

“Though the hospital provides supplies periodically, some devices malfunction over time. This donation is going to help us work more efficiently,” she said.

She also advised pregnant women to avoid self-medication and unhealthy habits, urging them to consult health professionals regularly. “They should always consult their caregivers and adhere to medical advice to ensure safe deliveries,” she said.

The initiative is part of Hoffman Laboratories’ broader mission to support maternal and reproductive health systems across Africa.