Nurses flee Global South to work in healthcare systems of high-income countries
Briefly

Anthony Akum-Nyemi reflects on the stark differences between working conditions in Ghana and the UK, highlighting his satisfaction with resources like soap and toothpaste for patients.
Precious Jessusita Annan, a midwife in Ghana, expresses her desire to emigrate for better opportunities, stating her aspiration to expand her knowledge with modern medical equipment.
The head of a district health center in Ghana indicates a troubling trend, revealing that seven nurses have left in two years, contributing to a nationwide healthcare shortage.
Akum-Nyemi's journey illustrates the ongoing migration of healthcare professionals from Ghana to the UK, driven by better work conditions and support from British hospitals.
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