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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?
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
Security women in Wa hit the streets for breast cancer - but their leader's motivation is heartbreakingly personal.
Female security officers in Wa are turning the city pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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 major regional health body just expanded its specialist ranks - but what does this mean for West Africa's lab future?
The West African Postgraduate College of Medical Laboratory Science inducted 138 scientists from Ghana and Nigeria at its Accra conference.
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
Why are women being urged to screen early, and what does the new fund mean for patients at Ho Teaching Hospital?
UHAS Vice-Chancellor Professor Lydia Aziato has urged women to prioritise regular cancer screening during a stakeholder engagement on the Mahama…
Despite full antenatal care coverage, why are maternal deaths still a major issue in Ghana's Upper East Region?
The Upper East Regional Health Directorate has achieved 100 percent antenatal care coverage for pregnant women in the first half of 2026. However
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
Discover how a proposed waiver on import duties for medical equipment could transform Ghana's fight against cancer.
The Society of Private Medical and Dental Practitioners is urging the government to waive import duties and taxes on advanced cancer treatment
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?
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.
Discover how the Ghana Immigration Service is proactively addressing the mental health challenges faced by its officers.
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has initiated a mental health awareness and wellness seminar for its officers. This program aims to equip them
Why are prison populations a critical focus for prostate screening - and what hidden risks might this exercise uncover?
The Prostate Health Foundation Ghana has begun a nationwide prostate and general health screening for prison inmates and officers.
What changed in NHIS claims payments that has private health facilities speaking out now?
Private health facilities in Ghana are responding to recent National Health Insurance Authority actions on claims payments.