Outbreaks of seasonal influenza have been recorded in 4 regions in Ghana
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed outbreaks of seasonal influenza across the Greater Accra, Central, Bono, and Eastern Regions.
This was contained in a statement issued on Monday October 15, 2025, and signed by the Acting Director-General of the Service, Dr Samuel Kaba Akoriyea.
“The Ghana Health Service has noted an increase in reported cases of Seasonal Influenza (Flu) in some parts of the country, confirmed to be Influenza A (H3N2 and H1N1). The affected regions include Greater Accra, Central, Bono, and Eastern Regions.
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“These reported cases coincide with Ghana’s annual flu season which peaks during the cooler months,” it said.
The GHS further explained that symptoms of the flu include a sudden onset of fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, body aches, headache, and fatigue.
“The spread is mainly through respiratory droplets from an infected person during coughing, sneezing, or talking, and by touching contaminated surfaces,” the Service stated.
It identified schools, dormitories, transport terminals, and markets as high-risk environments for rapid transmission.
It noted that “Children and adolescents, especially those in schools, the elderly, pregnant women, and people with chronic illnesses such as asthma, diabetes, and heart disease are at greater risk.”
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The Service urged the public to seek early medical care when flu-like symptoms develop, stay home when unwell, and observe good hygiene practices.
“Wash hands regularly with soap and running water, cover coughs and sneezes, disinfect frequently touched surfaces, avoid crowded places, and wear face masks in public spaces,” the statement advised.
GHS entreated school authorities, parents, and students to adhere strictly to preventive measures to protect students and staff.
“The Service urges school authorities, parents, and students to strictly adhere to flu prevention measures. The GHS is working with the Ghana Education Service to protect the health of school children and the general public,” it added.
Read the full statement below:
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