The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has rolled out a new initiative to provide free medical assistance to musicians struggling with health issues but lacking financial support.

The program, called Musicians Help Musicians, aims to ensure that artists facing serious medical conditions receive the necessary treatment without financial constraints.

MUSIGA President, Bessa Simons, explained in an interview with Graphic Showbiz that the union often receives distressing reports of musicians unable to pay their hospital bills, leaving them stranded in medical facilities.

This pressing issue inspired the initiative, which seeks to offer relief and support to affected artists.

By launching this program, MUSIGA hopes to create a safety net for musicians in need, ensuring they receive timely medical care and support.

“There have been countless instances where we’ve received calls about musicians being detained in hospitals because they can’t afford their medical expenses. This initiative is our way of ensuring such situations become a thing of the past. With Musicians Help Musicians, we aim to make healthcare readily accessible and free for musicians who need it most,” he stated.

He further mentioned that some of the trained volunteers would get the opportunity to travel to Denmark for practical experience before returning to Ghana to deliver quality care.

Additionally, the partnership will extend to assessing the Gyae Su Herbal Centre, a local medical facility, to determine its equipment needs.

“If, for example, the centre requires a dialysis machine, they will help provide it. The goal is to ensure that when musicians visit the facility, they can access all necessary healthcare services without worrying about the cost,” Simons explained.

With this initiative, MUSIGA aims to improve the welfare of musicians by ensuring they receive proper medical attention without financial strain.