Provider: Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) – Cocoa Clinic Medical Team
Format: In-Person Health Outreach
Date: 6th November 2024
Location: Goaso, Brong Ahafo Region
Description:
Participated as part of the Cocoa Clinic team in a health screening exercise for cocoa farmers. This initiative aligns with national health objectives and several UN SDGs (3, 8, 10, 17), targeting improved rural healthcare access and sustainable agricultural support.
Provider: Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) – Cocoa Clinic
Format: In-Person Health Screening
Date: 19th October 2024
Location: Agona West Municipal, Central Region
Description:
Supported a public health screening for SPD staff and cocoa farmers, covering malaria, diabetes, obesity, breast cancer, HIV, and general wellness. Patients consulted physicians and received free medication. This outreach supports Ghana’s UHC goals and SDG 3 and 10.
Provider: Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD)
Format: Nationwide Medical Screening Exercise
Date: 21st October 2023
Location: Kofikrom, Koforidua in Eastern Region
Description:
Participated in COCOBOD’s regional health outreach aimed at improving access to healthcare services for cocoa farmers. The screening included diagnostic and wellness services as part of a broader commitment to rural health equity and workforce well-being.
GABMLS Annual National Congress & Scientific Conference (10 CPD Credits)
Provider: Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists (GAMLS) – National
Format: In-Person (Desert Pastures, Bolgatanga – Upper East Region)
Date: 13th–16th October 2021
Theme:
"Standardizing Medical Laboratory Science Practice in Ghana to Better Position the Country in the Midst of Infectious Diseases"
National TB Control Training
Provider: Ghana Health Service (GHS)
Format: In-Person (Adabraka Polyclinic, Accra)
Date: 18th January 2020
Focus:
Hands-on training in TB sample collection, Ziehl-Neelsen staining, AFB microscopy, and diagnostic workflow under national TB protocols.
National Cocoa Day Medical Response Team
Organizer: Ghana Cocoa Board
Format: In-Person (State House, Osu – Accra, Ghana)
Date: 1st October 2018
Role:
Served as part of the Cocoa Clinic team providing essential diagnostics and screenings, including blood pressure checks, glucose testing, and basic health education during Ghana’s National Cocoa Day celebration.
📸 Images: Medical team setup and service delivery at public outreach tents with diagnostic equipment and emergency medical support.
Enable-Ghana Drug and Substance Abuse Awareness Programme
Organizer: Enable Ghana Foundation
Format: In-Person (Community JHS, Lartebiokorshie – Accra, Ghana)
Date: 16th July 2016
Role:
Delivered a guest address on substance abuse and health awareness to Junior High School students. The session emphasized personal responsibility, peer pressure, and the science of addiction, with active student participation.
📸 Images: Engaged students in uniform during Q&A and motivational closeout with community stakeholders and police support.