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SNIP-AFRICA partners gather in Accra to strengthen research on severe neonatal infections
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Why did SNIP-AFRICA partners gather in Accra, and how will this impact newborn care across the continent?
SNIP-AFRICA partners met in Accra to boost research into severe neonatal infections. The initiative, involving 12 institutions, aims to improve newborn survival across Africa. Ghana, through KNUST, leads in training healthcare workers for the project.
Health
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Nyinsen Ne Awuo engages expectant women at Adabraka pregnancy school on STIs
Summary
Expectant mothers at Adabraka Polyclinic learned about the risks of STIs - but what crucial advice was shared?
Adom FM's Nyinsen Ne Awuo programme held a health education session on STIs for pregnant women at Adabraka Polyclinic. Medical professionals warned of the dangers of untreated infections like syphilis for unborn babies. Participants discussed prevention and managing intimacy during treatment.
Health
2 min read
Hypertension cases rising in Ghana as many remain unaware of condition
Summary
Why are hypertension cases rising in Ghana, and what can be done to address this growing health concern?
Hypertension is rising in Ghana, with about 3 in 10 adults affected, according to studies from 2015-2019. Many are unaware, and Korle Bu Teaching Hospital sees about 30 hypertension/diabetes referrals daily. Untreated hypertension can lead to kidney failure, costing GH₵6,000 monthly for dialysis.
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Health
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