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Health Ministry secures financial clearance to pay over 14,000 rotation nurses and 637 house officers
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Relief is coming for newly trained health professionals, but will it be enough to solve the ongoing issues?
The Ministry of Health has received financial clearance to pay over 14,000 rotation nurses and midwives. The clearance also covers 637 medical and dental house officers across the country - a move that should relieve financial strain.
Health
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Health Ministry secures financial clearance for over 14,000 workers
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Over 14,000 health workers are impacted by a new financial clearance - but what does this mean for healthcare?
The Ministry of Health secured clearance to pay allowances and salaries for over 14,000 health workers. This includes rotation nurses, midwives, and medical/dental house officers. The move aims to clear payment backlogs and ensure timely compensation moving forward.
Health
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Ahafo ranks high in national health performance review; records significant gains in maternal and child health
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Ahafo Region's health sector is celebrating big wins, but can they keep up the momentum?
Ahafo Region is now a top performer in Ghana's healthcare sector, according to a 2025 review- showing gains in family planning (63.5%) and skilled delivery. Dr.
Health
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Hypertension cases rising in Ghana as many remain unaware of condition
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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.
Health
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