The Ministry of Health has taken notice of a query letter issued to Ms. Bernice Aboagye, a Staff Nurse, which has been circulating on social media regarding certain unprofessional comments allegedly made against the Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh.
The Minister commends the Ghana Health Service for promptly upholding the tenets of professionalism and the Code of Conduct prescribed for health workers.
However, Mr. Akandoh has appealed to the Service to temper justice with mercy in addressing the matter.
According to him, both he and the government welcome divergent views and constructive criticism as part of his commitment to fostering tolerance and openness to diverse opinions.
The Minister further urged all health workers to express their opinions responsibly and respectfully, without resorting to insults, as this contributes to the healthy growth and development of the health sector.
The Ministry in a statement signed by Tony Godman emphasized that it has no objection to demonstrations, as they are legitimate expressions of frustration and a constitutional right of every citizen.
However, the Ministry will not condone the use of abusive language or acts of indiscipline during such demonstrations.
The Ministry of Health also wished to use this opportunity to remind all health professionals to be circumspect in their public communications and social media engagements.
The statement was signed by TONY GOODMAN HEAD, HEALTH TRAINING INSTITUTIONS & SPOKESPERSON
