OKS Medical Consult, a leading health solutions hub, has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at tackling the rising burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Ghana and beyond.
The initiative, known as the OKS NCDs Project, is designed to revolutionize healthcare through the use of products, practices, and personnel to promote preventive health.
As part of this initiative, OKS Medical Consult is launching its flagship product, the “Daily Vitals Memoir”, alongside an associated Health Pack, to help individuals track, manage, and improve their health outcomes. This move is in response to alarming statistics that show NCDs—such as hypertension, diabetes, mental health disorders, and cancer—are responsible for 45% of deaths in Ghana, according to the 2023 STEPS survey.
The “Daily Vitals Memoir”: A Game Changer in Health Monitoring
The “Daily Vitals Memoir” is a personal health journal that allows individuals to track key health metrics such as blood pressure, blood sugar levels, heart rate, temperature, and weight. It is designed to help both healthy individuals and those already living with NCDs to take charge of their health through continuous monitoring and lifestyle adjustments.
For the healthy, it serves as a preventive tool, enabling them to monitor their vitals, detect early warning signs, and adopt healthier habits to avoid the onset of chronic diseases.
For those with NCDs, it helps in managing conditions, slowing disease progression, and preventing complications like disability and premature death.
Addressing Ghana’s Growing NCD Crisis
The rise in NCDs in Ghana is largely attributed to lifestyle changes, urbanization, and the increasing adoption of Western diets. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), NCDs accounted for 43% of deaths in Ghana in 2018, a figure that has since worsened. Factors such as sedentary lifestyles, poor diets, and limited access to healthcare continue to drive this trend.
Recognizing this, OKS Medical Consult is advocating for a proactive approach—urging individuals to take charge of their health before diseases take control of them.
A Call to Action: Proactive Health, Not Reactive Treatment
Speaking at the launch, representatives from OKS Medical Consult emphasized that healthcare should be preventive, predictive, and proactive rather than reactive. The “Daily Vitals Memoir” is expected to empower individuals to make informed health decisions, reduce hospital visits, and improve overall well-being.
“We need to shift from waiting for diseases to strike before we act,” a spokesperson said. “With this tool, we are giving people the power to monitor their vitals, take early action, and ultimately live longer, healthier lives.”
OKS Medical Consult positions itself as a lifelong partner in health, committed to helping individuals and communities take control of their well-being through continuous monitoring and lifestyle improvements.
For more information on the “Daily Vitals Memoir” and how to get a copy, visit OKS Medical Consult or contact their offices.