NHIA assures free dialysis rollout on track with additional machines for treatment
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has dispelled concerns that the free dialysis policy may be at risk before its launch.According to the authority,...
Ghanaians warned against lifestyles that could lead to heart problems
Professor Martin Tamatey, a heart surgeon and Acting Director of the National Cardiothoracic Center at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, has cautioned against adopting lifestyles that...
Free dialysis treatment belated – Mintah Akandoh [Audio]
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Juaboso has expressed disappointment in the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) proposed policy of free dialysis treatment for kidney...
NHIA CEO sends important message to kidney patients [Listen]
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr Dacosta Aboagye, has assured kidney patients that the necessary funding will be...
Free dialysis is a lifeline, but why now? – Dr. Sarpong Asiedu questions NHIS rollout
A Fellow at the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD) Ghana, Dr Kwame Sarpong Asiedu, has questioned the timing of the upcoming free dialysis treatment...
Spike in HIV rates in Asokore-Mampong raises concern among health officials
Health authorities in the Asokore-Mampong Municipality have raised alarm over the high rate of HIV infections in the area.They have stressed the need for...
GMA warns of rising alcohol abuse and sexual misconduct among doctors
The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has voiced serious concerns regarding issues of alcohol misuse, drug abuse, and instances of sexual misconduct among some members.The...
Free dialysis for all kidney patients under NHIS starting Dec. 1
Effective December 1, 2024, all kidney patients will receive free dialysis treatment covered by the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), according to Vice President...
10 sad signs someone is suffering from post-romantic stress disorder
Do someone you know obsess over their ex's life and spend no time living their own? They could be suffering from Post Romantic Stress...
11 mind games men play that manipulate even the smartest women
Burnout from dating often develops because so many men play mind games.You can quickly get sick of feeling duped by someone who acts as...
Stop pressing girls’ breasts, it’s barbaric – Dr. Wiafe
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Breast Care International (BCI), Dr. Beatrice Wiafe Addai, has cautioned parents and guardians against pressing the breasts of girls...
Ghana detects over 34,000 new HIV infections within first nine months of 2024
The National HIV and AIDS Control Programme of the Ghana Health Service has reported over 34,000 new HIV infections detected from January to the...
Barbados welcomes 155 more nurses from Ghana
Barbados has once again strengthened its healthcare workforce with the arrival of 155 nurses from Ghana, landing at the Grantley Adams International Airport on...
GHS sends important message to the public amid cholera surge [Listen]
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has urged Ghanaians to maintain a clean environment amid a surge in cholera cases.Director of Public Health at the...
Cholera outbreak in Kasoa: 56 cases reported as GHS intensifies control efforts
Authorities report that 56 cholera cases have been recorded since the outbreak began in the Kasoa area, where initial cases numbered around five.Currently, 46...
Agenda 111: 45 hospitals ready for commissioning – Miracles Aboagye
The spokesperson for the campaign of Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party's flagbearer for the 2024 election, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has announced that...
Mpox cases on the African continent show a 500% increase year-on-year
Mpox cases continue to spread on the African continent, showing an increase of over 500% from last year, data from the Africa Centres for...
Ashanti Regional Health Directorate intensifies public education on Cholera
The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate has stepped up public education on preventive measures against the outbreak of cholera in the region.In recent weeks, the...
Lordina Mahama supports Tishigu Health Centre with medical equipment
Former First Lady Lordina Dramani Mahama, through the Lordina Foundation on Friday, donated medical equipment and supplies to the Tishigu Health Centre in the...
Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital staff to protest over inadequate speed ramps
Staff at the Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital in the Akuapem North Municipality, Eastern Region, are set to hold a peaceful protest today, November 1.This...
Here’s why your urine looks darker in the morning
Darker urine in the morning is completely normal.It’s normal to feel a bit surprised or even worried if you notice your urine looks darker...
Deodorant or antiperspirant for body odour? Which works best & what’s the difference?
Deodorants and antiperspirants are both applied underarm but they serve different purposes.Deodorants and antiperspirants are two of the most widely used products on the...
‘Japa’ sweeps Nigeria’s hospitals
The trend of Nigerians seeking greener pastures abroad, often referred to as the "Japa" movement, has become widespread.It is no longer news that this...
Eating this snack may increase cancer risk by 50%, according to research
As someone whose diet is 92.7% cheese (yes, I made that number up but it’s an accurate estimate), I was disheartened to learn of...
Nationwide deworming exercise starts Oct. 28, over 2 million children targeted
Over two million school-age children between five and 14 years have been targeted for a deworming exercise scheduled from Monday, October 28 to Sunday,...
Test before treating malaria – Prof. Ansah Koram advises public
An expert in malaria research, Professor Kwadwo Ansah Koram, has advised people to first test for malaria before treatment.He said that although the current...
Mortuary workers issue fresh strike threat
The Mortuary Workers Association of Ghana (MOWAG) has issued a warning to the government, stating that its members will embark on a nationwide strike...
Hardship: Men now collect marriage list from different families to get cheapest – Report
In recent years, the age-old tradition of marriage has undergone a myriad of transformations, reflecting societal changes, economic conditions, and shifting values.One particularly intriguing...
THX 22 Foundation champions Breast Cancer Awareness at Texpo Market, Spintex
The THX 22 Foundation, the charitable arm of 22Bet, successfully hosted a Breast Cancer Awareness event at Texpo Market in Spintex, Ghana.The celebration, themed...
Climate Change: Reduce beef consumption to save the world
Many human behaviours continue to harm the climate, and one significant factor is meat consumption, particularly beef.Beef consumption has been identified as a major...
Cholera outbreak: 2 deaths recorded out of 43 cases
Ghana has confirmed 43 cholera cases with two fatalities so far.Currently, 12 people are receiving treatment, and nearly 200 suspected cases have been reported,...
Family Planning commodities stuck at Tema port: CSOs call for urgent action
A Coalition of 55 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Ghana is urging the government to swiftly clear essential Family Planning (FP) commodities that have...
Ring Ring Central, Adenta Rotaract clubs partner Guba Foundation for breast cancer awarenessÂ
In a collaborative effort to raise awareness about breast cancer and provide essential health services, the Rotaract Clubs of Accra Ring Road Central and...
Taking pills or contraceptives more than twice a year can cause cancer – Women cautioned
Women have been cautioned against the regular use of emergency contraceptives or pills to prevent unwanted pregnancies following unprotected sex, as misuse could increase...
7 forms of self-care you don’t have to feel guilty about
What is it about feeling guilty for resting, anyway? I hear it all the time. Everyone is so busy. You can't slow down, and...
2 subtle qualities of men that attract strong, independent women, according to psychology
Whether you're first trying to get her to notice you or you're already married to her, attraction is important to keep up in any...
Five easy ways to relieve stress
Stress is a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).All humans, one way...
Kpone-Katamanso confirms two cholera cases
The Kpone-Katamanso Municipal Health Directorate has raised a health alert after confirming two cholera cases within the municipality and awaiting the results of other...
Why you need to stop using cotton buds to clean your ears
If you’ve been using cotton buds to clean your ears, it’s time to reconsider.Many of us grew up thinking that using cotton buds (or...
See 5 amazing benefits of regular sex
Sex doesn’t just give you pleasure; there are some health benefits attached to it.Regular sex, which for most people is once a week,...