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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?

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?

Ghana's health and economic future could hinge on a critical tax overhaul-discover why experts are pushing for change.

VAST Ghana has advocated for a comprehensive review of Ghana's excise tax framework, specifically targeting tobacco, alcohol, and sugar-sweetened beverages. This initiative aims to address the increasing burden of non-communicable diseases and enhance domestic revenue mobilization.

Discover how an academic competition transformed the lives of young Ghanaians and is set to impact the nation's health sector.

Twenty students who excelled in the Kingsley Quiz Competition in Abuakwa South six years ago have completed their medical training in Cuba. This

Discover the hidden costs and profound impact of Ghana's sanitation crisis, and why access to basic amenities remains a distant dream for many.

Ghana faces a critical public health challenge as preventable illnesses linked to unsafe water and poor sanitation claim thousands of lives

Discover how Ghana's healthcare sector is being recognized for its pivotal contributions to the nation's well-being and future.

The 5th Ghana Medical and Diagnostic Excellence Awards recently honored numerous healthcare institutions and professionals in Accra. This event

Discover why the WHO believes Ghana's healthcare reforms must shift focus from systems to communities to achieve true Universal Health Coverage.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged Ghana to prioritize communities in its healthcare reforms, emphasizing that Universal Health Coverage

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?

Discover how Mahama Care is making a difference for cancer patients in the Volta Region, ensuring access to specialized medical care.

Mahama Care, a Ghana Medical Trust Fund initiative, is providing crucial support to cancer patients in the Volta Region. This program aims to ensure

Discover how this high-level visit could shape future health and development initiatives across Ghana and the wider African continent.

The UNFPA Regional Director for West and Central Africa, Dr. Sennen Hounton, is on a five-day official visit to Ghana, combining high-level

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?

The Traditional Medicine Practice Council is cracking down on uncertified massage therapists, but what dangers lurk in the unregulated industry?

Ghana's Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) is intensifying efforts to regulate the country's booming massage therapy sector. This

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?

Ghana's roads are becoming increasingly dangerous, prompting a critical look into the underlying issues and potential solutions.

Ghana is facing a severe road accident crisis, with thousands of crashes, deaths, and injuries recorded annually. This alarming trend necessitates

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.

A crucial hospital project remains incomplete, leaving residents without adequate healthcare - what's the hold-up?

PIAC is concerned about abandoned development projects funded by petroleum revenues, including the Agenda 111 hospital in Tease. The Committee urges the government to prioritize completion of health sector projects - but why?

As the Princess Marie Louise Children's Hospital celebrates a century of service, stakeholders are urging greater support for child healthcare-but

The Princess Marie Louise Children's Hospital recently marked its 100th anniversary, prompting a renewed call for increased investment in child

Ghana's children face a "slow, silent assault," but what does the Paediatric Society want done about it?

The Paediatric Society of Ghana is calling on President Mahama to lead a global effort. They want environmental destruction from illegal mining classified as a crime against humanity - but why now?