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Upper West records 45% drop in maternal deaths ahead of free primary healthcare rollout
Speaking on behalf of the Upper West Regional Minister, Charles Lwanga Puozuing, Chief Director Pognaa Fati Issaka Koray said the Free Primary Healthcare policy had “the potential to transform healthcare delivery and improve the lives of our people”.
The Upper West Region has recorded a nearly 45% reduction in maternal deaths and is now counting down to the rollout of Free Primary Healthcare in 10 municipalities and districts, covering about 790,000 people.
Dr Nyuzagl said the region was prepared for the Free Primary Healthcare policy launched by President John Mahama in April 2026.
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