Free Dialysis Session: Black Stars commend NHIA
Ghana’s senior national football team, the Black Stars, has praised the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) for its timely intervention in funding dialysis treatment...
Patients stranded at Assin Fosu polyclinic as nurses embark on sit-down strike [Photos]
Patients at the Assin Fosu Polyclinic in the Central region are currently stranded due to a sit-down strike by nurses and other medical staff.This...
We need to set up a fund for renal patients – Former MP tells NHIS
Former Member of Parliament for Builsa North constituency, Timothy Ataboadey Awotiirim has asked the National Health Insurance Scheme if a fund could be created for...
End infertility stigma against women – Director of Xoese Ghana urges
The Director of Xoese Ghana, Emelia Naa Ayeley Aryee, is calling for an end to the stigma surrounding infertility, particularly against women.Speaking at the...
NHIS coverage may be expanded to other chronic illnesses, not only renal diseases – NHIA CEO
The CEO of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced that the National Health Insurance Scheme’s (NHIS) coverage for renal diseases may be...
FDA warns public against misuse of Naphthalene products
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has warned the general public regarding the proper use of naphthalene-containing products.It says that these products are registered...
Women perform better and make fewer mistakes when on their period, new research says
The physical and emotional toll of menstruating is real and widespread for many women, but new research challenges the assumption that women perform worse...
Why you should stop calling your husband ‘baby’ – Popular pastor explains
Popular clergyman, Apostle Tomi Arayomi explains why wives should stop calling their husbands baby.During a recent ministry session with his worshippers, he revealed that wives should desist from...
Kidney Association urges govt to consider dialysis support permanently
The Ghana Kidney Association (GKA) has praised the government’s decision to offer free dialysis sessions to kidney patients under the National Health Insurance Scheme...
NHIA arrears: Committee chair pleased with plan to pay off $2 billion
The Parliamentary Health Committee has said that the road plan to pay service providers and settle outstanding balances is a relief to the Health...
NHIS risks collapse if Finance Ministry doesn’t release GH₵2.4bn owed scheme
It is emerging that the Ministry of Finance owes eight months of revenue arrears to the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).The arrears in this...
Why women should allow frequent sex in their relationships – Health expert explains
A Ghanaian nursing professional, Maxwell Otibu, has said that regular sexual activity is very important for men's health.He explained that, the daily production of...
Heavy rainfall wrecks havoc in Suntreso hospital
The Suntreso Government Hospital in the Ashanti region is facing a critical issue that has persisted for nearly a year.Water leaks from a main...
Fertility journey needs patience – Specialists
Reproductive health experts and gynaecologists have urged couples and individuals on the journey of childbirth to exercise patience.This is because conceiving babies is a...
Both caesarean and vaginal births are safe’ – Senior midwife calls for an end to stigma in Ghana
The 2023 Greater Accra Region’s best–practising midwife Racheal Hesse Matey has cautioned the public against the stigmatization of mothers who deliver babies through caesarian...
Multiple sexual partners linked to cervical cancer risk – Doctor warns
An Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Obaatan Pa Women's Hospital, Dr Angela Durowaa Frempong, has cautioned women about the heightened risk of cervical cancer associated...
Renal Patients Association of Ghana commend NHIS’s free 6-month dialysis initiative
The Renal Patients Association of Ghana has commended the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) for the six-month free dialysis programme.In an interview aired on Joy...
NHIS announces free dialysis for kidney patients
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced six months free dialysis sessions for kidney patients below 18 and those above 60 years.
The move...
National Ambulance Service to embark on blood donation exercise
The National Ambulance Service, in partnership with the National Blood Service, is set to organize a blood donation event in support of the National...
One-week-old baby reportedly stolen from district hospital in Upper East region [Video]
A shocking incident at Zebilla District Hospital in the Bawku West district of the Upper East Region saw a one-week-old baby allegedly stolen on...
10 attractive ways to be the fun girl every guy wants to be with
When a man starts dating what people consider to be the "cool" girl, especially when bouncing back from a divorce, some of your friends...
Patient Rights Watch Ghana calls for urgent enforcement of patient charter amidst rights violations
Patient Rights Watch Ghana is calling for a proper enforcement of the Patient's Charter to deal with the violation of patient's rights in the...
6 tiny signs you’ve finally discovered your life’s work
What do I want to be when I grow up? What should I be doing with my life? Did I choose the right career?...
Stop taking high calorie energy drinks, they can give you diabetes – Prof Akosa to commercial drivers [Video]
The rise of hypertension and diabetes in Ghana is very worrying, as it is posing an increased danger to the populace, Professor Agyeman Badu...
Doctor said I wouldn’t live past 20 years – Nacee on sickle cell condition [Video]
Renowned gospel singer and record producer Nacee, known outside music circles as Nana Osei, recently shared his inspiring journey with Sickle Cell disease.The Aseda...
ECL, Microsoft, Korle-Bu advance mobile 3d telemedicine in Ghana
Enterprise Computing Ltd (ECL), in partnership with Microsoft and Korle-Bu, is advancing medical research and enhancing specialized healthcare in underserved regions of Ghana.This initiative...
More cancer treatment centres needed – Oncologist
The two main national cancer treatment centres in  Accra and Kumasi have been described as woefully inadequate for a population of 34 million Ghanaians.Because of this,...
Ohhema distributes 5,000 free sanitary pads to commemorate menstrual hygiene day
Ohhema, subsidiary of La Carte LTD, has donated five thousand (5000) free sanitary pads to adolescent girls across the country.The distribution of the free...
Takoradi MP commissions 60-bed hospital for fishing community
A 60-bed state-of-the-art Polyclinic for residents at New Takoradi has been commissioned by the Member of Parliament (MP) for Takoradi, Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah.The 60-bed...
Heat your meals to stay safe – Expert on reducing Hepatitis B transmission
The Vice Chairman of the Ghana Coalition of NGOs in Health, Ninsau K. D. Alazar has stated that consuming hot meals can reduce the...
37 Military Hospital receives dialysis machines [Photos]
Responding to the urgent appeal by Dr Ama Siaw of the 37 Military Hospital for support in managing end-stage kidney care, East Cantonments Pharmacy...
World Menstrual Hygiene Day marked at Mepe with educational event
The North Tongu District Health Directorate, in collaboration with the Ghana Education Office, commemorated World Menstrual Hygiene Day at Mepe D/A JHS.This celebration emphasized...
Psychiatrist debunks belief that people living with mental health conditions are violent
Specialist psychiatrist Reverend Dr Joseph Kofi Aidoo has refuted the belief that mental health patients are violent.Speaking on Joy Prime’s Prime Morning show, she said victims of...
Former General Secretary of GMA warns against unwarranted excuse duties
The former General Secretary of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA), Prof. Titus Beyuo has warned doctors about the dangers and legal consequences of issuing...
Men charged to consume tiger nuts to boost their sexual libido
The Municipal Health Director for Kwawu West, Celestina Asante has advised men to chew more tiger nut to improve their libido.Kwawu has been a...
NHIA funds: CDD fellow warns of looming danger if….
A Pharmacist and Research Fellow at the Ghana Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Kwame Sarpong Asiedu, has warned the Akufo-Addo government of the looming...
Pencils Of Promise moves to end menstruation stigma in Atua
The Country Director of Pencils of Promise, a not for -profit organization has emphasized the need for all stakeholders to assist to end the...
NGOs, government called to action for sanitary pad bank in Oti Region
The Regional Girls Education Officer in the Oti Region, Milicent Abrah Aidoo Boame, has appealed passionately to both non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and the government...
GAMLS demand swift resolution of conditions of service negotiations
The Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists (GAMLS), has called for an expedited resolution to the ongoing negotiations over conditions of service for medical...
Eat ‘gobÉ›,’ koko, koose and stop taking energy drinks – Prof Akosa
Renowned cellular pathologist, lifestyle wellness consultant, Professor Agyeman Badu Akosa, has reiterated the need for the consumption of local Ghanaian foods to help do...