TRANSMISSION-BASED PRECAUTIONS Preventing the spread of infections doesn’t stop at the hospital, it begins with everyday habits. While Standard Precautions like hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette are for everyone, certain situations in daily life call for Transmission-Based Precautions; extra steps to protect yourself and others when infection risks are higher. These measures help reduce the […]

As part of activities marking this year’s World Patient Safety Day, health experts have called for a more comprehensive and sustained approach to patient safety in Ghana’s healthcare system, especially for newborns and children. Speaking at a panel discussion organized by FOCOS Orthopaedic Hospital, medical professionals highlighted gaps in current practices and proposed practical steps to […]

Dr. Kwadwo Poku Yankey, Medical Director of FOCOS Orthopaedic Hospital, has emphasized that patient safety must be viewed as an ongoing commitment rather than a one-time event. His remarks were made during a panel discussion held in Accra to mark this year’s World Patient Safety Day, under the theme “Safe Care for Every Newborn and Every […]

Dr. Charlyene Kilba, a paediatrician at Ridge Hospital, has cautioned against the widespread tendency to attribute spiritual causes to medical conditions in babies. She warns that such beliefs can delay timely medical intervention, often to the detriment of the child’s health. Speaking during a panel discussion organized by FOCOS Orthopaedic Hospital in Accra to commemorate World Patient […]

Today marks World Patient Safety Day 2025 , highlighting the theme: “Safe care for every newborn and every child.” At FOCOS Hospital, we are dedicated to advancing patient safety through best practices, continuous learning, and collaboration. Ensuring safe care from birth lays the foundation for healthier communities and stronger healthcare systems. #WorldPatientSafetyDay #PatientSafety #HealthcareExcellence #FOCOSHospital