In a move to enhance healthcare safety and prevent the spread of infectious diseases, World Vision Ghana has organised a comprehensive training on Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) for over 50 frontline health workers across the Agortime Ziope District in the Volta Region.

Held in collaboration with the Ghana Health Service, the training brought together nurses, midwives, community health officers, laboratory technicians, physician assistants, and disease control officers from various Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds and health centres within the district.

The initiative, led by World Vision’s Agortime Ziope Area Programme, is part of the organization’s ongoing effort to build resilient and safe healthcare systems, especially in the wake of recurring public health crises like cholera, Ebola, monkeypox, and COVID-19.

“Infection prevention is not just a health issue; it’s a life-saving responsibility,” said Mr. Eric Opoku Agyarko, Agortime Cluster Programmes Manager. “By investing in the capacity of our health workers, we are investing in the well-being of entire communities.”

The training was facilitated by IPC specialists from both the national and regional levels of the Ghana Health Service, Mrs. Joyce Amponsah and Mrs. Rejoice Anku, who engaged participants in practical sessions on hand hygiene, waste management, proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and environmental cleanliness. Interactive demonstrations helped reinforce these vital skills.

For Miss Mabel Offeibea, a midwife at Akewtteh CHPS compound, the training served as a powerful reminder of the importance of adhering to best practices.

“Sometimes we take routine precautions for granted, but this session reminded us how critical every step is — from washing hands properly to disposing of medical waste safely,” she noted.

District Health Director, Mr. Emmanuel Ayaanga Ayaamga, expressed his deep appreciation to World Vision for their unwavering support to the health sector. He pledged that the knowledge acquired would be shared widely with other healthcare workers and community volunteers to amplify the impact.

World Vision Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to reducing preventable illnesses and deaths, particularly among children and vulnerable populations, by strengthening local health systems through education, strategic partnerships, and capacity building.

As infections continue to pose a threat to public health, such initiatives underscore the critical importance of collaboration and preparedness in safeguarding the lives of both healthcare providers and the communities they serve.