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The Akosombo dam spillage in the Volta Region has raised concerns among the Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists (GAMLS) on potential health effects.
The spillage has contaminated water sources, posing a major threat to the health and wellbeing of communities living along the Volta River, according to a statement released by GAMLS on Thursday, October 19.
GAMLS requested the Ministry of Health and other pertinent agencies to act right away to address the spillage’s potential effects on public health.
“GAMLS urges relevant authorities including the Ministry of Health to take immediate steps to address the public health implications of the spillage. This includes conducting thorough water quality assessments to determine the extent of contamination and implementing appropriate measures to ensure the safety of drinking water sources for affected communities”.
“The spillage has affected greatly school activities, healthcare, and other economic activities of the flood-stricken communities. As Medical Laboratory Scientists, we understand the potential health risks associated with exposure to contaminated water and the contamination of food sources, including the spread of waterborne diseases.”
Read the full statement below:
Source: Ghanatodayonline.com
