Herbal medicine now integrated in 55 government hospitals - Dr Anastasia Yirenkyi

ghanaweb.com · Feb 27, 2026 · Collected from GDELT

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Dr Anastasia Yirenkyi is Director for Traditional and Alternative Medicine at the MoH Herbal medicine has now been integrated into 55 government hospitals across Ghana, marking a significant step in the country’s effort to strengthen preventive healthcare and tackle the growing burden of chronic diseases. Speaking at the maiden West African Natural Health and Wellness Expo in Accra on Wednesday, February 26, 2026, Dr Anastasia Yirenkyi, the Director for Traditional and Alternative Medicine at the Ministry of Health said the milestone reflects significant progress mande under Ghana’s Traditional Medicine Integration Policy. Harnessing traditional medicine practice in Ghana “It's interesting to know that since 2011, the government of Ghana wrote out the integration policy with 19 hospitals. And upon the basis of comprehensive monitoring and innovation, we have been able to scale up to 55 within the government hospitals in no particular order within the 16 regions of Ghana", she noted. Dr Yirenkyi also pointed out the growing global recognition of traditional medicine, referencing the World Health Organization strategy for 2025–2034, which supports scientific advancement in natural therapies. Ghana to host West Africa’s maiden Natural Health and Wellness Expo "This is to assure you that all successive governments of Ghana are poised in supporting traditional and alternative medicine, making sure that before we achieve the universal health coverage by the year 2030 and the Sustainable United Nations Sustainable Development Group, or 3.8, that is achieving health for all ages.” she said. Dr Yirenkyi stated that natural health solutions must complement not replace conventional medicine. “We are ready to collaborate with researchers and manufacturers to develop evidence-based products, provided they meet established scientific and regulatory standards,” she stated. Dr Yirenkyi also noted that all natural health products must be approved by the Food and Drugs Authority to ensure safety. The Expo featured exhibitions on traditional medicine systems, consultations with practitioners from both countries, and sessions on diet, nutrition, and other holistic health practices. Watch the video below: JKB/AM Ghanaian man and his Nigerian girlfriend found dead in Morocco apartment