{
  "id": 850695,
  "title": "NHIA releases GH¢35.1 million for Free Primary Healthcare services",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/14/nhia-releases-gh-35-1-million-for-free-primary-healthcare-services",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-14T08:05:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ghanaian Times",
    "slug": "ghanaian-times",
    "url": "https://ghanaiantimes.com.gh/nhia-releases-gh%c2%a235-1-million-for-free-primary-healthcare-services/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) disbursed GH¢35.1 million to initiate the Free Primary Healthcare (FPHC) programme in 107 districts of Ghana. This payment was made during the launch of the programme in Dodowa on April 15, 2023. President John Dramani Mahama was present at the event.\n\nFPHC, a population-based model of healthcare financing, operates independently from the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). It aims to provide predictable, upfront funding to participating districts for preventive care. The programme focuses on community-based health planning and services (CHPS) to deliver regular screenings and health education to populations that may not otherwise access healthcare facilities.\n\nServices covered under FPHC include routine checks for conditions like hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and cancers, as well as maternal and child health services, and treatment of common illnesses such as malaria, cholera, and respiratory infections. Community outreach activities are also supported, including home visits, school and workplace engagements, and public education campaigns.\n\nDr. Victor Asare Bampoe, the NHIA Chief Executive, emphasized that FPHC's goal is to keep Ghanaians healthier by promoting early detection of health issues. Referrals to higher-level healthcare facilities still require a valid NHIS card. The Authority reconfirmed its commitment to expanding the programme's reach across Ghana, as it works to improve access to preventive and promotive healthcare services for communities nationwide.",
  "summary": "The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has released GH¢35,099,215.84 as first-quarter payment to the 107 districts currently implementing the Free Primary Healthcare (FPHC) programme. The initiative was launched on April 15, this year, at Dodowa by President John Dramani Mahama, and marks a significant expansion of Ghana’s community-level health financing. Unlike the National Health…",
  "key_points": [
    "NHIA disburses GH¢35.1 million for Free Primary Healthcare program",
    "Programme launched in 107 districts on April 15, 2023",
    "Focus on preventive care, maternal health, and community outreach"
  ],
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/14/mahama-urges-ghanaians-to-embrace-free-primary-healthcare-home-visits",
        "published": "2026-08-14T07:49:06.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Mahama urges Ghanaians to embrace home visits under Free Primary Healthcare programme",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/14/mahama-urges-ghanaians-to-embrace-home-visits-under-free-primary",
        "published": "2026-08-14T09:25:56.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}