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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?

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.

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.

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?

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.

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?

Painkiller abuse is on the rise in Tarkwa - but what dangers are the youth facing?

Dr. Baaba Damoah of SOFPOG has warned Tarkwa youth about painkiller misuse. The physical demands of work and illegal mining may be contributing to the problem - but what are the long-term health consequences?

The GRNMA President is pushing for a dedicated authority to oversee emergency healthcare - but why is this so important?

The President of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) is advocating for a more effective emergency governance framework. She emphasized the need for a dedicated authority to improve emergency healthcare delivery - but what changes are needed?

A motorcycle accident victim arrived at three hospitals, but what happened next raises serious questions about emergency care.

A report on Charles Amissah's death reveals failures in Ghana's emergency care system - from ambulance services to hospital triage. The question is now being asked if a series of failures across institutions contributed to a tragic outcome.

A global summit in Ghana aims to tackle the rise in non-communicable diseases-but can research deliver real-world solutions?

Global health leaders and policymakers convened in Accra for an NIHR symposium-focusing on tackling the surge in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) worldwide. The meeting explored strategies for sustainable health interventions across continents-but the impact remains to be seen.

NHIA launches free NHIS registration- but what happens after May 31, 2026?

The NHIA has launched the STORM Initiative to offer free NHIS registration and renewal nationwide. The campaign aims to advance Universal Health Coverage- but what challenges might this initiative face?

The National Ambulance Service insists its EMTs are well-trained - but are they responding to specific criticisms?

Following comments about the training of its EMTs, the National Ambulance Service (NAS) has issued a response. The NAS defends the qualifications of its personnel - but what prompted the remarks?