September 10, 2025BMC Health Services ResearchOpen Access

Factors influencing attrition of health professionals in the Upper East Region of Northern Ghana

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Health worker attrition negatively impacts health service delivery in the Upper East Region, limiting care access.
Main factors affecting attrition include poor working conditions and difficulties obtaining study leave for further education.
Qualitative research with 92 in-depth interviews was conducted to explore the issue and identify potential solutions.
Implementing strategies such as improved respect, motivation, and better working conditions may help retain health professionals.

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Qualitative research identifies major factors affecting health worker attrition in the Upper East Region, suggesting strategies for improvement.

Chatio et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Qualitative research identifies major factors affecting health worker attrition in the Upper East Region, suggesting strategies for improvement.