The directive, signed by the Acting Director-General of the GHS, Professor Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, follows reports that some health facilities were charging patients and visitors for using hospital washrooms. The practice, according to the GHS, is unacceptable and undermines the core purpose of hospital sanitation infrastructure, which is to offer comfort and prevent infection.
In the notice, Professor Akoriyea emphasized that washrooms are a vital part of healthcare delivery and should not be turned into revenue-generating ventures. He further stressed the need to keep these facilities clean and accessible at all times to enhance the quality of care and patient satisfaction.
"Failure by facility heads to adhere to this directive will attract sanctions," the GHS warned, urging all Regional Directors to bring the message to the attention of hospital management for strict compliance.
The directive is being widely welcomed by health rights advocates and the general public, who see it as a positive step toward patient-centered care and dignity within public health institutions.
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