{"id":5779,"date":"2025-07-29T04:37:59","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T01:37:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/?p=5779"},"modified":"2025-07-29T04:37:59","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T01:37:59","slug":"dr-aceng-demands-compassionate-reforms-for-healthcare-workers-mental-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/29\/dr-aceng-demands-compassionate-reforms-for-healthcare-workers-mental-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Dr. Aceng Demands Compassionate Reforms for Healthcare Workers&#8217; Mental Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Kampala, Uganda<\/strong> &#8211; Minister of Health Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng has called on the Association of Medical Councils of Africa (AMCOA) to review its disciplinary and support processes, advocating for a more compassionate approach toward healthcare workers facing mental health challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Aceng made the remarks on July 28, 2025, while inaugurating the 27th Annual Conference of AMCOA, which brought together medical regulators and professionals from across the continent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event marked the beginning of crucial discussions aimed at strengthening Africa\u2019s healthcare systems through enhanced regulatory collaboration and excellence.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In her address, Dr. Aceng emphasized the critical role of healthcare workers&#8217; welfare, stating that a safe and effective healthcare system depends on their well-being. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">She urged regulatory councils to adopt measures protecting the mental and physical health of doctors, nurses, and other frontline workers.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Aceng further called for an end to the stigma surrounding mental health among healthcare professionals, stressing that medical workers should be able to seek support without fear of judgment or professional repercussions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cA doctor struggling with burnout, a nurse battling depression, or a surgeon facing anxiety should not have to hide their struggles for fear of being seen as weak or unfit. 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