Imagine going to the hospital for a life-changing moment—only to be hit with unexpected bills that threaten to derail your family’s finances. In Ghana, despite a policy promising free maternal healthcare, many families are still grappling with hidden costs that threaten their financial stability. This article from The Conversation highlights these out-of-pocket expenses, which disproportionately affect households in different regions, and suggests solutions to improve access to care and ease financial burdens.
