A tragic incident has unfolded at Gomoa Ojobi, where an elderly patient, allegedly abandoned by the Winneba Government Hospital, has died. This shocking occurrence has sparked widespread outrage among the local community and Ghanaians across social media platforms.
According to a report by Accra-based UTV, the deceased was among several patients transported to the Winneba Government Hospital following a vehicle accident on the Gomoa Ojobi road. The elderly woman was reportedly in critical condition and, after being admitted to the hospital, no family members came forward to claim or care for her.
Dr. George Prah, the Medical Superintendent at the Winneba Government Hospital, confirmed that the patient was brought to the facility approximately two months ago. She had sustained head injuries in the accident, which caused her to scream at night. Despite her need for medical care, the hospital allegedly decided to eject her due to the disturbances caused by her condition and left her in a bush on the Gomoa Ojobi road.
The circumstances surrounding her death remain unclear, but the hospital’s reported actions have ignited a firestorm of criticism and concern over patient care and human rights. The local community is demanding answers and accountability for what they see as grave negligence on the part of the hospital authorities.
The incident raises serious ethical questions about the treatment and abandonment of vulnerable patients, particularly those without family support. It also underscores the need for stringent oversight and compassionate care protocols in healthcare facilities to ensure that such tragedies do not occur in the future.
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