Publication date: 9 July 2025
Author: BMC Public Health
Description: Energy poverty, characterized by inadequate access to clean, reliable, and affordable energy, is a pressing issue in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), with profound implications for health outcomes and healthcare utilization. In sub-Saharan Africa, including Ghana, energy poverty disproportionately affects rural and low-income households, exacerbating health disparities and limiting access to healthcare services. This study investigates the impact of energy poverty on health outcomes and healthcare-seeking behaviour. Specifically, it examines the likelihood of illness or injury, the duration of illness as an indicator of healthcare access, and the probability of consulting health practitioners, providing evidence to guide targeted policy interventions.
