Kevin Beutler on Why You Should Never Overlook Self-Care
The pandemic pushed the importance of taking better care of your health to the forefront. Those who could work from home did so to isolate themselves. Those who did not have that option had to be alert and focus on ensuring all safety and preventive measures. However, even before COVID-19 struck, Kevin always focused on his health and encouraged his team to do the same. He shares three reasons why one shouldn’t compromise on health: the financial cost of major illnesses, the impact on the workplace, and the impact on families.
“In both a personal and professional sense, a person should never compromise their health,” says Kevin. “Illnesses can lead to a multitude of problems that might have lifelong effects on a person. When it comes to the workplace, this means reduced productivity across the board. Since the sick person cannot work or can only do so in a limited capacity, their work is reallocated to others who already have full schedules. As a result, lines of communication break down when phone calls and emails go unanswered. And as for mental and emotional health, other people’s work performances might suffer due to the concern over a colleague.”
Kevin knows self-care can be pushed to the back burner in the pursuit of success. He personally went through the same and is determined to never compromise on health again. By getting enough rest, eating as well as p possible, taking breaks when necessary, and asking sick employees to take paid leaves, Kevin has created a health standard for himself and his coworkers. For those who still neglect their health, Kevin tries to lead by example and gently remind them that pushing themselves too hard can derail their work and cause problems.
Even for the healthiest of people, burning the candle at both ends can lead to conditions like depression, anxiety, high blood pressure, heart attacks, and strokes. It is imperative to find a balance between hard work and well-being. Kevin also considers the personal impact illnesses can have on an employee and their family. He puts across a simple question for those who do not prioritize their health even today: what good is success if you cannot enjoy it?
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Minister of Health appeals to Tamale Teaching Hospital striking doctors
The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has appealed to the striking doctors at the Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH) to calll off the suspension and come to the negotiation table.
However, he refused to apologise as demanded by the striking doctors.
The doctors after a meeting yesterday have withdrawn emergency services following the dismissal of the Chief Executive Officer of the hospital.
This follows an unannounced visit to the hospital by the Minister on Tuesday.
The Minister made the appeal when addressing the media in Accra on Today, April 24 2025.
According to him, dialogue is the only way out to resolve the issue, adding that he was ready collaborate with them.
“I am prepared for us to come around the table and discuss whatever we need to discuss,” Mr Akandoh said.
“My humble appeal to my wonderful medical doctors and health professionals at Tamale Teaching Hospital is that I am the first person to take care of your interests. Therefore, let’s call off the strike and let’s all regroup and strategise going forward,” he concluded.
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Health Minister donates medical equipment to Tamale Teaching Hospital, pledges commitment to reforms
The Minister for Health Kwabena Miintah Akandoh has reiterated government’s commitment to address long-standing challenges in the health sector, describing the health system as one that requires urgent reform and collective responsibility.
He made these remarks during a donation of some essential medical equipment and supplies to the Tamale Teaching Hospital on behalf of the Ministry of Health.
The donation included a wide range of equipment such as ECG machines, ICU ventilators, cardiac monitors, anesthesia machines, infant incubators, and essential
Consumables amounting to about 35 items.
Among the items highlighted were
Emergency Health Equipment (EHE) sets, nebulizer sets, and medical-grade towels.
The Health Minister acknowledged the difficult working conditions health professionals continue to endure and emphasized that government efforts alone would not be enough to resolve systemic issues.
He called for unity across the health sector and urged all stakeholders, including medical doctors, nurses, and pharmacists, to work together to ensure that the country’s limited resources are used efficiently.
He noted that the wellbeing of the ordinary Ghanaian should be central to healthcare delivery, cautioning against practices that marginalize the underprivileged due to resource scarcity. According to him, every Ghanaian life is valuable, and the system must reflect that belief in both policy and practice.
Mr.Akandoh stressed that his leadership approach is rooted in humility, collaboration, and respect for all health workers. While acknowledging that change may come with challenges, he maintained that cooperation is key to achieving lasting improvements in the sector.
The Minister pleaded with health professionals in the Tamale Teaching Hospital to call off the strike and regroup to strategize on more effective ways to address their concerns through dialogue and collaboration with relevant authorities.
The donation to the Tamale Teaching Hospital forms part of a broader national initiative to modernize medical infrastructure and enhance service delivery in Ghana’s healthcare.
