{"id":105245,"date":"2025-12-03T17:11:51","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T17:11:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=105245"},"modified":"2025-12-03T17:11:51","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T17:11:51","slug":"health-minister-welcomes-abbott-team-for-discussions-on-diagnostics-collaboration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=105245","title":{"rendered":"Health Minister welcomes Abbott team for discussions on diagnostics collaboration"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A high-level delegation from Abbott,\u00a0the diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition and branded generic pharmaceuticals specialists, led by the company\u2019s Divisional Vice President for EMEA & Global Accounts, has paid a courtesy call on Ghana\u2019s Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, to explore new areas of collaboration in diagnostic technology.<\/p>\n

The Abbott team outlined the company\u2019s latest innovations, including its recent global acquisition in cancer diagnostics. <\/p>\n

They also introduced advanced rapid testing solutions, among them the multiplex panel capable of detecting HIV, syphilis and hepatitis in a single test.<\/p>\n

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The officials emphasised the importance of continuous innovation for Africa\u2019s disease-control strategies and their ongoing engagement with Ghana\u2019s health sector.<\/p>\n

The Health Minister welcomed the delegation and reaffirmed Ghana\u2019s commitment to strengthening health sovereignty in the face of declining external support for major programmes. <\/p>\n

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He highlighted the government\u2019s work to close financing gaps, expand treatment coverage and improve prevention of mother-to-child transmission. He also stressed the need for partnerships that deliver clear value and measurable impact.<\/p>\n

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The Minister encouraged Abbott to maintain a strong and active presence in Ghana\u2019s health sector and to deepen collaboration with national institutions. <\/p>\n

He underscored the importance of innovation, equity and global cooperation in tackling diseases that affect communities everywhere.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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