I know what has to be done to halt the daily food price increases, others – Mahama
Former president and National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, has expressed confidence in his ability to tackle the escalating food prices and...
Mpox is not under control in Africa, warns Africa CDC
The mpox outbreak in Africa is still not under control, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) warned on Thursday, adding...
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...
Hepatitis claimed 15,000 lives in 2022
Ghana lost over 15,000 people to Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C- related liver diseases in 2022, indicating 42 deaths per day.Most of the victims,...
DDEP responsible for La General Hospital reconstruction delay – Health Minister
The Minister of Health, Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye has cited the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) as the reason for delays in reconstructing the La...
Cholera continues to claim 115 lives per hour across Africa – Report
Cholera, commonly known as a "disease of poverty," continues to claim 115 lives deaths per hour among marginalized communities in Africa that lack access...
Govt’s health infrastructure projects yielding positive results – Okoe-Boye
The Minister of Health, Dr Bernard Okoe-Boye says the completion of some health infrastructure projects across the country are making significant impacts on healthcare...
NHIA releases GH¢402 million to healthcare providers for June and July
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has commenced the disbursement of GH¢402 million to health facilities nationwide.The amount covers claims submitted and vetted for...
Polio type 2 detected in Koforidua, public health emergency declared
The Ministry of Health has reported the detection of a circulating Vaccine Derived Poliovirus type 2 (cVDPV2) in an environmental sample collected from Koforidua,...
Over 500K herbalists unlicensed; Regulatory Council begins clampdown
Over 521,000 traditional and alternative medical practitioners operating in the country are unregistered and unlicensed, the Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) has revealed.The figure...
Managing gestational diabetes: Key insights for expectant mothers
A midwife at Pantang Hospital, Princeler Frimpong Koduah has advised pregnant women to monitor their weight carefully.According to her, excessive weight gain can increase...
7 signs of lust in a man’s eyes to watch out for
Lust is a powerful emotion that can sometimes be confused with love.Lust is more about physical attraction and desire rather than a deep, emotional...
Why women can be pregnant without any symptoms until the baby is born
Here's what causes pregnancies without symptoms.A "stealth pregnancy," sometimes referred to as a "cryptic pregnancy," is a pregnancy that is not discovered until labour...
Deaths of patients scared me – Nurse on battle with pre-eclampsia
Priscilla Frimpong Kodua, a midwife at Pantang Hospital, has opened up on her battle with preeclampsia, a high blood pressure disorder that can occur during...
I lost weight drastically due to frequent sex – Massage therapist shares story
Ransford Afari, a Yoni massage therapist, recently opened up about a period in his life when he experienced drastic weight loss due to frequent...
Deadly type of breast cancer becoming prevalent in Africans – Experts
Young women of African descent risk a more aggressive form of breast cancer disease, known as triple-negative breast cancer.According to medical experts, genetics play...
Many childhood cancer cases underreported
Although Ghana is expected to see between 1200 to 1500 childhood cancer cases annually, only a third of the cases are seen at treatment...
Mpox deaths rise by 107 in a week as Africa CDC calls the toll unacceptable
African countries recorded more than 100 mpox-related deaths in the past week, the continental health body said Thursday as it described the rising toll as “not...
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...
Apple has officially discontinued these three iPhones
Apple has introduced four new iPhones at its “It’s Glowtime” event: the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro...
Basic Life Support skills should be added to GES Curriculum – Dr. Foster Ansong Bridjan
The Ag. Director of Operations for National Ambulance Service, Dr. Foster Ansong Bridjan has suggested that, the Ghana Education Service (GES) should include Basic...
Coffee and cocoa beverages: Impact on blood sugar levels
Coffee and cocoa beverages are staples in diets worldwide. Coffee, known for its stimulating effects, is consumed daily by millions, while cocoa is enjoyed...
It’s a matter of life and death – Renal Patients Association appeals for urgent support [Listen]
President of the Renal Patients Association of Ghana, Baffour Kojo Ahenkorah has called for the creation of a dedicated fund to support renal patients.In...
‘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...
Zipline, GHS reduce maternal mortality in Ashanti region by 56.4% – Study
A recent impact assessment study on aerial logistics to improve maternal health and emergencies has revealed a remarkable reduction in maternal mortality by 56.4%...
First-ever guidance to curb antibiotic pollution published
The first-ever guidance on wastewater and solid waste management for antibiotic manufacturing has been published ahead of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level...
34 Lives lost through inland water transport accidents — Report
A Performance audit report conducted by the Auditor-General has exposed safety issues and regulatory shortfalls in the country's inland water transport sector.The report, covering...
Ghana records alarming surge in suicide cases with 543 attempts in 2024
Ghana has recorded 543 suicide attempts and 81 complete attempts in the first half of 2024, according to the Mental Health Authority.This represents an...
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...
Air pollution second leading risk factor for death – EPA
Advocates for clean air, and environmental health experts say air pollution has become the second leading risk factor for death and have called for...
Low vaccination rate sparks concerns in Volta Region as health officials urge mass immunization
The Volta Region is facing a critical public health challenge as low vaccination coverage has led to a troubling rise in vaccine-preventable diseases. Dr...
Lordina Mahama commissions ultramodern Maternity and Children’s Ward at Nkoranza Polyclinic
The Lordina Foundation has handed over an ultramodern Maternity and Children’s Ward to the Nkoranza Polyclinic as part of efforts to improve maternal health...
19 midwives of Wa Municipal Hospital charged for extorting patients
The management of Wa Municipal Hospital has instructed 19 of its staff to refund various sums of money believed to have been illegally obtained...
5 ways to majorly speed up the breakup process
Ending a relationship is heartbreaking. Whether it's a mutual decision or one-sided, navigating life without your partner, especially if you've been together for years,...
Stop bragging about sex, you are always losers – Ebo Whyte to men
In a thought-provoking statement, renowned playwright and respected relationship expert, Uncle Ebo Whyte has challenged the conventional wisdom that men are the dominant party...
How does water intake affect blood sugar levels?
Blood sugar is the primary source of energy for the body and maintaining it within a healthy range is essential for overall health.For individuals...
Only 16% of babies in Ghana receive Hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth – WHO
The founder and CEO of Sunyani-based Global Media Foundation (GloMeF), an anti-corruption Non-Governmental Organisation, has expressed worry about low coverage of Hepatitis B Birth...