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Accra joins Global Urban Health Cities to advance solutions for NCD and Injury Prevention
A team from the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) joined mayors and over 250 public health experts from around the world in Paris, France, on March 18 to discuss solutions for non-communicable disease (NCD) and injury prevention.
Date Created : 4/4/2025 : Story Author : Susana Danso/Ghanadistricts.com
The meeting was part of the annual Partnership for Healthy Cities Summit, which brought together urban leaders from 60 cities to address pressing public health issues.
The summit, co-hosted by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the World Health Organization (WHO), Vital Strategies, and the City of Paris, provided a platform for cities to share best practices and effective strategies for reducing NCDs and injuries at the local level
The AMA’s delegation which comprised Mr Michael Kwabena Gyamfi (Deputy Director), Ms. Florence S. Kuukyi, Head of the Public Health Department, Dr. Louisa Ademki Matey, Metropolitan Director of Health Services and Mr. Gilbert Nii Ankrah Head of Public Affairs, engaged with international experts to exchange ideas on mitigating extreme heat, a growing public health concern that exacerbates chronic illnesses and affects overall well-being.
The Accra team indicated that the city was considering interventions such as increasing green spaces, implementing heat-resilient urban planning, and promoting sustainable cooling solutions to address rising temperatures.
They reaffirmed the city's commitment to leveraging global expertise in advancing local health policies that protect residents from preventable diseases and injuries.
During the summit, Michael R. Bloomberg, founder of Bloomberg L.P. and Bloomberg Philanthropies, emphasised the importance of city-led initiatives in addressing global health challenges.
“Cities are leading the way in implementing policies that are protecting public health and saving lives. This year’s winning cities are proving that progress is possible with strong leadership and political will, and we look forward to seeing the results of their efforts,” Bloomberg stated.
Three cities—Córdoba in Argentina, Fortaleza in Brazil, and Greater Manchester in the United Kingdom—were recognized for their significant achievements in preventing NCDs and injuries.
The awards, presented as part of the 2025 Partnership for Healthy Cities Awards, acknowledged the cities' demonstrable progress and commitment to public health initiatives.
The winning cities were selected for their efforts in implementing policies to reduce NCDs and injuries, serving as models for other urban areas worldwide. Each awarded city is also part of the Partnership’s Policy Accelerator, a program designed to support cities in drafting policies and developing political strategies necessary for implementation.
The Partnership for Healthy Cities, supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies in collaboration with WHO and Vital Strategies, continues to empower cities worldwide to implement high-impact interventions that safeguard public health.
Accra’s involvement in the initiative aligns with its broader strategy to create a healthier and more resilient urban environment.
Accra’s involvement in the initiative aligns with its broader strategy to create a healthier and more resilient urban environment.
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