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‘I want my womb removed but doctors say I’m too young’

Emily Griffiths wants to have an operation to remove her womb, known as a hysterectomy. At 26, with no children, she knows it is a...

KNUST study reveals high vitamin D deficiency among Kumasi’s elderly due to limited sun exposure

A new study by the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology has found that only 6% of older people in Kumasi are properly...

Our ‘SSNIT revolution’ will boost healthcare access, help hospitals function better – Nana Kwame Bediako

The Presidential Candidate of the New Force, Nana Kwame Bediako has raised concerns about the poor management of public health facilities in Ghana, blaming...

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...

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...

5 foods that keep your stomach full for longer

Choosing the right foods can make a big difference.We’ve all had those moments when we eat a meal and, just a short while later,...

GNECS marks 2024 World Egg Day in Tema, shares over 10,000 eggs

The Ghana National Egg Campaign Secretariat (GNECS) has commemorated World Egg Day 2024 in Tema on Friday, October 11 by distributing over 10,000 eggs.This...

Drink carrot juice daily to see these changes in your body

Even if you regularly eat carrots just as vegetables or add them to your salads and meals during your preparations, you can still enjoy...

‘I found out I had cervical cancer while I was pregnant’

Dorothy Masasa happily walks down a dirt road on a sunny afternoon, her baby securely strapped on her back. Just six months ago the 39-year-old,...

Over 500 farmers benefit from Newage Agric Solutions’ health screening in Botanga

Newage Agric Solutions Ltd, a leading player in Ghana’s agricultural sector, has successfully launched its health screening project for farmers in Botanga, a critical...

How to maintain your weight even if you eat a lot

Maintaining your weight while eating a lot is possible by making mindful choices and adopting some healthy habits.With the right approach, you can enjoy your meals...

Does chocolate really give you acne?

Chocolate has long been considered a possible cause of acne, alongside other sweet treats. But it appears that bad reputation may be undeserved.Chocolate has...

5 fruit combinations you should avoid eating

Fruits are generally safe to consume, but you must avoid some combinations.Eating fruit is one of the healthiest habits you can develop, as fruits...

5 foods to avoid if you’ve had typhoid fever

The food you eat may slow down the healing process.Typhoid fever is a serious illness caused by a bacteria called Salmonella Typhi, which spreads through...

Over 4000 breast cancer cases recorded in Ghana every year 

Over 4,000 breast cancer cases are recorded in Ghana every year.Limited awareness of the disease, inadequate screening and treatment centres have been some of...

‘Koobi’ considered leading cause of hypertension – Expert cautions

Deputy Country Director of International Medical Associates for Global Health Empowerment (IMAGHE), Samuel Ntiamoah has warned people about the consumption of highly salted foods...

Self-medicating gorillas may hold new drugs clues

Self-medicating gorillas may hold clues to future drug discovery, according to scientists. Researchers in Gabon studied tropical plants eaten by wild gorillas - and used...

From Harlem to Accra: How Lenox Bar’s CEO is bridging cultures with unique hospitality experience

Nana Kwame Asiedu Agyemfra Biney, the CEO of The Lenox Bar and Restaurant, has embarked on a remarkable journey that bridges continents, cultures, and...

Galamsey on Pra River severely affects water supply in Central Region – GWCL warns

The Ghana Water Company (GWCL) has raised concerns over the relentless illegal mining activities in the Pra River, which are severely disrupting their operations.According...

Nearly 50% of pregnant women in Tema diagnosed with anaemia

More than 49 per cent of pregnant women in the Tema Metropolis were found to be anaemic at 36 weeks of gestation, records from...

6 reasons why eggs are the healthiest food on the planet

They also contain unique antioxidants and powerful brain nutrients that many people are deficient in.Here are 6 reasons why eggs are among the healthiest...

Five foods that can act as natural Viagra

Including these foods in your diet can be a delicious and healthy way to boost your libido and sexual performance without relying on medication.In...

Akufo-Addo launches aquaculture for food and jobs

President Nana Akufo-Addo has launched the Aquaculture for Food and Jobs programme under the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development.The programme would train 10,000...

Man shares simple lifestyle changes that helped him lose weight naturally

A man began his weight loss journey after his 3-year-old son made an innocent comment about how big he had become.Jason Henriques told Today.com...

Clean Accra Campaign journeys to Circle [Photos]

Petty traders at the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange took a break from their businesses on July 9th, 2024, to actively participate in the Clean Accra...

Ga Mantse leads Clean Accra Campaign [Photos]

The Ga Mantse, His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II on Tuesday 2nd July 2024, led the first phase of the clean Accra...

Foodstuff prices escalate at Mallam, Kaneshie, and Odawna markets

Traders and consumers at the Kaneshie, Odawna and Mallam Atta markets in the Accra Metropolitan Districts have decried the increase in prices of food...

US comedienne Tiffany Haddish discloses emotional journey of eight miscarriages

Tiffany Haddish has suffered eight miscarriages amid her battle with endometriosis, with her most recent loss happening last year.The 44-year-old comedian, who dated Common...

Men with erectile dysfunction urged to seek psychological support

The Vice President of the Ghana Psychological Association, Reverend Albright Benibensu, has asked men experiencing Erectile Dysfunction (ED) to seek psychological help.He told the...

WHO warns of viral Hepatitis crisis: 3,500 lives lost daily

According to the World Health Organization (WHO) 2024 Global Hepatitis Report, the number of lives lost due to viral hepatitis is increasing.The disease...

NBA: Ghana yet to approve cultivation of 14 genetically modified seeds

The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) says it has not granted approval for the seeds of 14 genetically modified (GM) products to be cultivated in...

Retired UN diplomat shares journey into farming [Video]

Victoria Akyeampong, a retired United Nations diplomat, has shared her journey into agribusiness following her retirement, revealing her passion for farming rooted in childhood...

Animals have feelings and should not be killed for any purpose – Okyeame Kwame says [Video]

Ghanaian musician and advocate, Okyeame Kwame, has taken a bold stance in support of animal rights, emphasizing the importance of compassion towards sentient beings.In...

How I lost 50 pounds in 6 months with 80% diet and 20% exercise – Ghanaian lady tells her story

For many, the journey to losing weight can seem like an insurmountable challenge, but for one determined Ghanaian lady, who goes by the name...

The only 10 ingredients any person needs in their pantry

Ever opened your cupboards and felt overwhelmed? Me too. There are bottles of half-used sauces, plastic boxes in all shapes and sizes, stuff I'll...

#GhanaAt67: John Dumelo’s inspiring message on Independence Day

Ghanaian actor and entrepreneur John Dumelo shared an inspiring message on Ghana's 67th Independence Day, emphasizing the importance of agriculture and collective unity in...

An egg-size banku is not all that one can eat

The amount of banku one can eat is not one egg size. The evidence does not support this assertion.In the case of banku, the...

About 1.96m Ghanaians face acute food and nutrition insecurity – World Bank

About 1.96 million Ghanaians are facing acute food and nutrition insecurity, the latest Food Security Update by the World Bank has revealed.This represents 6.1%...

Number of stroke cases among youth alarming – Ghana Society of Cardiology

The Ghana Society of Cardiology has indicated an increasing prevalence of stroke among young individuals.To address this concern, the Society is intensifying efforts...

Ghana: Mental disorder high in pregnant women, 50 per cent face depression, report says

More than 50 per cent of expectant and new mothers experience perinatal depression, a situational analysis of mental health disorders related to pregnancy has...