NCTC Organises Health Walk to Promote Exercise for Heart Disease Prevention
National Cardiothoracic Centre (NCTC) hosted a health walk at Efua Sutherland Children’s Park in Accra on 8 October 2026 to encourage regular exercise for heart health.
In Brief
- •National Cardiothoracic Centre (NCTC) hosted a health walk at Efua Sutherland Children’s Park in Accra on 8 October 2026 to encourage regular exercise for heart health.
- •The walk was part of World Heart Day 2026, themed “Heart disease can hide in plain sight: Don’t miss a beat.”
- •During the event, NCTC demonstrated cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and basic life support skills to participants.
- •Dr Kow Entsua‑Mensah urged Ghanaians to monitor blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, weight, diet, sleep and smoking habits to prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD).
Why It Matters
Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in Ghana, with a rising incidence among adults in their 30s to 50s. By promoting daily physical activity and early detection of risk factors, the NCTC’s initiative seeks to reduce the burden of CVD and improve public health outcomes. The inclusion of CPR training also equips citizens with life‑saving skills, potentially lowering mortality from sudden cardiac events.
Key Details
- Event Date
- 2026-10-08
- Location
- Efua Sutherland Children’s Park, Accra
- Theme
- Heart disease can hide in plain sight: Don’t miss a beat
- Organiser
- National Cardiothoracic Centre (NCTC), Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
- Program Features
- Health walk, CPR demonstration
Context & Background
World Heart Day is an annual global campaign organized by the World Heart Federation to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease and promote heart‑healthy lifestyles.
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