The Ghana Health Service (GHS) is preparing to roll out a nationwide initiative to tackle anemia, with a special focus on pregnant women and children.

The move, aimed at improving maternal and child health, was disclosed at a dissemination meeting on universal nutrition and health coverage held in Kumasi. Health experts are seeking to strengthen sustainable nutrition systems to address the persistent challenge.

Speaking to Adom News, Olivia Timpo, Deputy Director of Nutrition at GHS, raised concerns over the increasing anemia cases, despite ongoing health interventions. She highlighted a worrying trend in declining exclusive breastfeeding rates while anemia remains prevalent.

To curb the situation, she announced that counseling units have been set up in health facilities nationwide to provide guidance on nutrition and anemia prevention.

“This campaign is designed to educate the public on proper nutrition and healthier eating habits to reduce the risk of anemia-related complications, particularly among pregnant women and children,” she stated.

The GHS believes that intensified public education and access to proper nutritional counseling will play a critical role in reversing the trend and promoting better health outcomes for vulnerable groups.