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Yazz is expanding its outreach through a high school engagement campaign - but what issues will it address?
Yazz Personal Care Products is intensifying its fight against period poverty with a nationwide school outreach campaign. This initiative aims to promote menstrual hygiene among young girls- but what impact will it have?
An NGO is helping couples overcome infertility - but the journey has been anything but easy.
Xoese Ghana, an NGO, is helping couples facing infertility challenges to achieve their dreams of parenthood. Since its inception, the organization has been working to provide support - but what impact has it had?
A collaboration in Ningo Prampram aims to empower young girls - but what challenges do they still face?
WIM Ghana and Sista Wings International collaborated on the "One Girl Child, Two Sanitary Pads Initiative" at Nyigbenya D/A Basic Schools. The AngloGold Ashanti-supported initiative focused on menstrual and personal hygiene - but what impact will it have?
A new clean cooking initiative is underway in East Gonja - but what impact will it have on the women in the region?
Women in East Gonja are now using cleaner cooking technology. The Eco-Flame Project aims to support national efforts to adapt to climate change- but what does that mean for the women involved?
Food safety in Ghana is allegedly threatened by dangerous practices - but what is being done about it?
A radio commentator laments the decline of food safety in Ghana, where contaminated food is becoming a public health concern - from waakye beans cooked with paracetamol to plantain fried with plastic. What does this mean for public health?
Following a tragic death, a corporate lawyer says Ghana's emergency care system has failed - but why should Ghanaians care?
Vicky Bright has criticized Ghana's emergency healthcare system after an investigative report on Charles Amissah's death. The report exposes weaknesses in emergency response-raising questions about the system's ability to provide timely care.
Eucharia Anunobi opens up about her journey caring for her son - and the strict lifestyle changes they had to make.
Nollywood actress Eucharia Anunobi has shared her experiences as a mother to a son with the SS genotype. She reflects on the challenges and lessons learned during those years - but what did she have to say?
Following a tragic death, a CDD-Ghana rep is calling for major changes to healthcare - but what needs fixing?
CDD-Ghana's Vera Abena Addo is advocating for substantial investment in Ghana's healthcare system. This follows an investigative report into a recent death that exposed critical issues - but what are they?
A system failure, or just a few bad staff? One doctor says Ghana's healthcare crisis goes much deeper - here's why.
Dr. Arthur Kennedy has strongly criticised the report on Charles Amissah's death, arguing that it misses the larger picture. He suggests Ghana's healthcare issues stem from systemic failures - but what exactly needs fixing?
The Ministry of Health claims to have a plan to solve the 'no-bed syndrome' - but will it work?
The Ministry of Health is responding to the hospital bed shortage crisis in Ghana - promising a new system to monitor bed availability. The ministry claims that improvements are on the way, but can they deliver?
A new World Bank strategy seeks to transform health systems in West and Central Africa - but how will they achieve this?
The World Bank has launched a regional strategy to transform health systems in Ghana and other West and Central African countries. The strategy aims to improve health outcomes and support productivity- but what challenges will they face?
UHAS is tackling neonatal infections in the Volta Region- but what challenges will they face?
UHAS has launched a 3-year research initiative at Ho Teaching Hospital, addressing neonatal infections and antimicrobial resistance. The project aims to reduce deaths caused by drug-resistant infections- but what systemic gaps will they uncover?
The UN is stepping in to fight Ebola - but will it be enough to stop the deadly virus from spreading further?
The UN has released funds to combat an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and neighboring countries. The emergency funds will support frontline medical operations- raising hopes that the virus spread can be contained.
The UK congratulates Ghana on its new health policy - but what does this mean for the future of healthcare access?
The UK has lauded Ghana's launch of Free Primary Health Care. The UK High Commission's statement hints at a deeper partnership - but what impact will this have?
A recent event championed inclusive education for children with special needs- but what does this mean for Ghana's future?
The sixth Autism Awareness Month celebration took place at St. Peter's Senior High School in Accra. Organizers are calling on the government to prioritize inclusive education in Ghana- but what changes are needed to make this a reality?
Charles Amissah's family starts a foundation to address emergency care issues - but why now?
The family of Charles Amissah, a hit-and-run victim, has launched a foundation in his name. Dr. Matilda Amissah says the foundation will address gaps in emergency healthcare - but what prompted this action?
Are Ghana's celebrations harming our health? It's time to rethink how we define 'sweetness' and its role in our lives.
Ghana's celebrations are often marked by overindulgence in sugary treats and drinks - a practice deeply embedded in culture. But this may be costing more than we realize, as health issues rise, prompting a call to redefine our concept of sweetness.
Why was a well-regarded health director suddenly reassigned - and what does it mean for healthcare in the region?
The reassignment of the Western Regional Director of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Dr Marion Okoh Owusu, has raised eyebrows. Some speculate the move was influenced by political considerations - not routine decisions.