As health experts warn of a possible surge in diseases globally, It is required of Ghana to build capacities in research and development of vaccines to help prepare for future shocks. Akua Oforiwa Darko has more in this report on Ghana's preparedness for pandemics. | TV3 Ghana

On the occasion of World Epidemics Preparedness Day, SEND Ghana and it's advocacy networks is asking the government of Ghana to establish a Public Health Emergency Fund in readiness for future epidemics and pandemics. Infectious disease outbreaks are inevitable, but preparedness is key to prevent, mitigate and address the devastating impacts on human lives and economic development. The government has the ultimate responsibility to protect and guarantee the safety of the citizens against the thre