The Lions Club International, a non-governmental organization, has commissioned a modern diabetes clinic & emergency ward at the Suntreso Government Hospital in the Ashanti Region to provide quality health care delivery.

The facility was completed within six months, providing a much-needed space for diabetic patients who previously received treatment under a canopy and car park.

Dr. Helena Asamoah Hassan, District Governor of Lions Club International, explained that the organization built the facility to address the challenges faced by patients, particularly during rainy periods.

"We came here one day to see that where the diabetes and hypertension patients are receiving treatment is uncomfortable, so we thought it wise to build such facility for them to bridge that gap," She said

The fully-equipped facility costs ¢130,000 and features an outpatient department and a 10-bed emergency ward.

Dr. Thomas Agyarko-Poku, Medical Superintendent of Suntreso Government Hospital, expressed gratitude for the timely support, saying that the clinic will significantly improve healthcare delivery for diabetic patients.

"In effective health care delivery there are three things that are very important: the human resources, a place to work and the equipment we need to work with. These are very important. Today we are very grateful to Lions Club International for providing two of such important items that we need," he stated.

Over 200 patients visit the hospital daily, and the new facility will provide a space not only for medication but also for patient education.

Otumfuo's Mawerehene, Baffour Osei Brentuo Hyiaman V, urged healthcare workers to utilize the facility effectively and maintain it properly to ensure its longevity.