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Mpox not new Covid and can be stopped, expert says

Mpox is "not the new Covid", because authorities clearly know how to control its spread, a leading World Health Organization expert has said. Despite real...

KATH Renal Unit overwhelmed with patients following rollout of free dialysis programme

The demand for renal services at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) has more than tripled following the rollout of the free dialysis program...

Heal KATH project: Two blocks to be commissioned by October

The chairman of the Otumfuo Osei II Foundation has disclosed that two of the five blocks under rehabilitation at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital...

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...

Firm freezes first client in hopes of bringing him back to life in future

A cryonics company has frozen its first client in Australia in the hope of bringing him back to life in the future.According to ABC News...

Women have been wearing sanitary pads wrong all along – Here’s the right way

One of the issues with sanitary pads is they shift or move, and this can cause spills, leaks, and stains.During menstruation, women use a variety...

We’ll clear consumables for renal patients stuck at Tema port soon – Korle Bu

The management of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has promised to soon clear all consumables for renal patients, currently stuck at the port.The assurance follows...

5 signs you are not compatible with your current partner

Compatibility is key to a long-lasting relationship.Relationships are an important part of our lives, bringing joy, companionship, support, and a sense of belonging.However, not...

Renal patients at Korle Bu vow to picket over uncleared consumables at Tema Port

The Renal Patients Association at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has expressed frustration over the government's delayed response in clearing essential dialysis consumables stuck at...

5 reasons public relationships don’t last

Public relationships often come with a certain level of glamour and excitement, especially in the age of social media where couples can share their...

5 questions that start fights in marriages

Marriage is a beautiful journey filled with love, compromise, and sometimes, a little bit of healthy banter.But let’s face it, there are a few questions...

NHIA releases GH¢151 million to healthcare providers nationwide

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has disbursed an additional GH¢151 million to healthcare providers across the country.This move underscores the authority's commitment to...

Monkeypox Outbreak: Here’s how to protect yourself from contracting disease

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently declared Monkeypox (Mpox) a global health emergency.In response, the government, through the Ministry of Health (MOH), has activated...

Include infusion products in the list of restricted products – Local pharmaceutical firms

Local pharmaceutical manufacturer, Intravenous Infusion is pushing for the Food and Drugs Authority to include infusion products in the list of restricted products that...

Ghana activates emergency response plan to combat Mpox disease

The Ministry of Health has announced it has activated an emergency response plan and heightened surveillance to combat Mpox disease.This includes enhanced monitoring at...

Akufo-Addo commissions third phase of Upper East Regional hospital

President Nana Akufo-Addo has commissioned the third phase of the Upper East Regional Hospital in Bolgatanga to improve quality healthcare delivery.The state-of-the-art facility, equipped...

8 signs you’re not getting enough commitment from a partner, according to longtime therapist

Often, women inadvertently fall for a man who suffers from commitment phobia and a deep fear of intimacy. His own negative self-beliefs about commitment,...

The heartbreaking reality of loving a commitment-phobe

"I would never pressure someone into marriage," I said, with the wisdom of all my 26 years. "Not to bash your ex-girlfriend, but how...

Travellers advised to consider mpox vaccine

Travellers should consider getting vaccinated against Mpox if they will be visting affected areas in Africa, new advice says.The European Centre for Disease Prevention...

Nigeria records 39 mpox cases, Sweden and Pakistan also record cases

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday said Nigeria had recorded a total of 39 confirmed cases of mpox and zero...

Economic hardship driving health professionals out of Ghana – GMA Secretary

The General Secretary of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA), Dr Richard Selormey, has attributed the high rate of emigration of health professionals to the...

15 African countries record Mpox cases; here’s all you need to know

A growing surge in mpox cases in Africa has led the World Health Organization (WHO) to declare a public health emergency.The outbreak, primarily affecting the...

4 things it could mean if your partner suddenly stops wearing their ring

A wedding or engagement ring is often seen as a powerful symbol of love, commitment, and connection in a relationship.So when your partner suddenly stops wearing...

Mpox outbreak: GHS to begin screening for travellers [Audio]

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has announced plans to begin mandatory Mpox screening of travellers into the country.The move forms part of heightened surveillance...

Opuni was powerful; Mahama, Asiedu Nketia couldn’t stop him – Tobinco CEO 

Group Chairman of Tobinco Pharmaceuticals Limited (TPL), Elder Dr. Samuel Amo Tobbin has broken his silence after the Accra High Court cleared him over...

WHO declares mpox outbreak a global health emergency

The World Health Organization(WHO) on Wednesday declared the ongoing mpox outbreak in Africa a global health emergency.WHO convened its emergency mpox committee amid concerns that...

Expert reveals the 5 ‘marriage gasps’ that mean a relationship is over

Deep down, we always know when a relationship is ending. Sadly, people avoid and ignore the signs. They continue to stay in relationships long past...

KATH Hemophilia patients face treatment delays due to medication shortage

Hemophilia patients at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) are growing increasingly frustrated over a reported shortage of essential medication.According to the Ghana Hemophilia Society,...

No blood at Bole District Hospital – Health Director

The Bole District Director of Health, Ndapewurche Hajia Fuseina Sulemana, has urgently called on residents to donate blood due to a shortage in the...

Public health delivery in shambles as govt fails to build district hospital in Shama

Residents of Shama District in the Western Region have voiced their frustration over the poor state of public health services in the area.Despite being...

Okoe Boye in South Africa to explore vaccine production collaboration

The Minister of Health, Bernard Okoe Boye, led a delegation to South Africa on Monday, August 12, for a strategic fact-finding mission aimed at...

We have been in digital darkness for 60 years – NHIA CEO [Listen]

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr. Da-Costa Aboagye, has said that digitization is crucial for the future...

NHIA struggling to buy Amoxicillin – Sam George mocks NHIA CEO [Listen]

The Member of Parliament for the Ningo Prampram, Samuel Nartey George has said the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) struggling under the current government.Speaking on Asempa FM’s...

GHS to increase surveillance following outbreak of Mpox in 15 African countries

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) says it has increased its surveillance in the wake of the outbreak of the Mpox disease in some 15...

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...

Why you should never take hot showers before bed

To get a better night's sleep, stick to cooler showers.Taking a hot shower might seem like a perfect way to relax before bed, but...

Korle Bu secures 30 new dialysis machines

The Ministry of Health (MoH) has procured 30 additional dialysis machines for the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.The new machines, which have their own consumables...

Braces craze: Style over safety

Dental braces have become a fashion accessory for many people without recommendation from dentists.The braces  used  by dentists to align, straighten and properly position...

Mpox: Seek medical help when you have rashes – GHS [Listen]

Health authorities in Ghana are ramping up their surveillance systems in response to a significant increase in Monkeypox (Mpox) cases since the beginning of...

Dengue Fever: Two new cases confirmed at Kadjebi

Two cases of Dengue Fever have been confirmed in the Kadjebi District of the Oti Region, following tests conducted on four individuals.The Noguchi Memorial...