The Volta Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service has dismissed a viral video circulating on social media that appears to show an altercation between a patient’s relative and nurses at the South Tongu Municipal Hospital in Sogakope, describing it as an old incident being misrepresented as new.
In a statement dated Saturday, October 4, 2025, and signed by the Regional Director of Health, Dr. Emmanuel Atsu Dodor, the Directorate clarified that the incident occurred about a year ago and was thoroughly investigated and resolved in line with Ghana Health Service protocols.
“The incident in question occurred about a year ago and was thoroughly investigated and addressed at the time in accordance with the protocols and requirements of the Ghana Health Service,” the statement read.
The Directorate condemned the circulation of the outdated video, describing it as a “deliberate attempt to misrepresent facts and tarnish the reputation of the hospital and, for that matter, the Ghana Health Service.”
It said such actions were irresponsible, created unnecessary public anxiety, and undermined public confidence in the healthcare system.
“We strongly condemn the malicious redistribution of outdated content as though it reflects a recent occurrence. Such actions create unwarranted public anxiety, undermine trust in healthcare institutions, and distract from the progress being made in improving patient care and health services,” the statement added.
The Health Directorate urged the public and media outlets to verify the authenticity and timing of any content before sharing or publishing to prevent misinformation.
The statement further assured the public that hospitals across the Volta Region remain committed to upholding the highest standards of healthcare delivery in accordance with Ghana Health Service guidelines.
Source: Citinewsroom
