The Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has met with Mr. Ali Besri, Head of Pfizer\u2019s Accord and his team, to strengthen collaboration in advancing equitable and affordable healthcare in Ghana.
\nPfizer\u2019s Accord aims to support healthcare systems in low- and middle-income countries by ensuring sustainable access to quality treatments, including innovative therapies and essential medicines.
\nThe meeting focused on expanding collaboration between the Ministry and Pfizer, particularly in the context of Ghana\u2019s ongoing healthcare reforms and the recent launch of the landmark Mahama Cares Program.
\nSpeaking at the meeting, Hon. Akandoh highlighted the importance of strong public-private partnerships in driving systemic change.
\nHe revealed that through the Accord, Pfizer has committed to offering its full portfolio of patented and off-patent medicines and vaccines, including innovative treatments for cancers, cardiovascular disease, inflammatory conditions and more, on a not-for-profit basis to support our public health system.
\n Hon Akandoh stated that the synergy between the Accord and the Mahama Cares Program presents new opportunities to deliver lasting impact for Ghanaian patients.
\n\u201cWe look forward to deepening our collaboration with Pfizer to ensure no Ghanaian is left behind in accessing the care they need,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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