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The National Health
Insurance Authority (NHIA) has begun its participation in this year’s Volta
Fair with a strong public engagement drive aimed at deepening awareness of the
National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). Ahead of the fair’s official opening, which
runs from 1st to 8th December, the NHIA team made an initial stop at the
Regional Office in Ho, where staff finalized preparations for activities
scheduled at the Ho Stadium.
This year’s fair
provides a strategic platform for the Authority to interact directly with
residents, exhibitors, and visitors. With a renewed focus on improving access
to healthcare, the NHIA used the first two days to intensify sensitization on
the Scheme’s benefits, service coverage, and membership requirements.
At the Ho Stadium, the
NHIA set up an engaging and approachable information stand where staff attended
to hundreds of patrons. Attendees took the opportunity to ask questions, check
their membership status, and learn more about services available under the
Scheme. Staff emphasized the importance of maintaining an active membership to
ensure uninterrupted access to healthcare, while also highlighting the
convenience and customer-focused services available to members.
A key message
throughout the outreach was the ongoing waiver of the one-month waiting period
for new registrants, a policy widely welcomed by the public. NHIA officers
educated visitors on how the waiver allows new members to receive healthcare
benefits immediately after registration. The team also sensitized SSNIT
contributors on their automatic annual membership renewals, which guarantee
seamless coverage without the need for manual renewal.
Day Two saw a notable
boost in visibility when the Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture, John
Dumelo, visited the NHIA stand. He commended the Authority for its proactive
initiatives and applauded NHIA staff nationwide for their dedication to ensuring
accessible healthcare for all. His visit drew more attention to the stand and
reinforced the Scheme’s relevance to the public.
Overall, the NHIA’s
engagement during the first two days of the Volta Fair has been highly
impactful, enhancing public understanding, clarifying policies, and encouraging
many individuals to register or renew their NHIS membership. As the fair
continues, the Authority remains committed to strengthening community
engagement and advancing the goal of universal health coverage across the
region.
Source: Bernard
Okwei
Photo Credit: Isaac
Marano Hagan
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