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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?

The WHO warns a vaccine could take nine months - what challenges are health workers facing right now?

The WHO is warning that a vaccine against the Bundibugyo species of Ebola could take nine months to develop- as the death toll rises. The organization says that the rarity of this species means there are fewer tools to stop it.

The WHO is sounding the alarm about Ebola in DR Congo - but why are bordering countries on high alert?

The WHO has declared an Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency. The agency warns of significant uncertainties - and spread beyond DR Congo - but what does this mean for neighbouring countries?

UMA donated equipment to a CHPS compound - but what challenges were they facing before this?

The Underground Mining Alliance (UMA)-Subika has engaged with the Amomaso CHPS compound. The donation of medical equipment aims to address a critical need - but what impact will it have on healthcare access?

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?

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?

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?

Why is the Medical and Dental Council so concerned about the behavior of Ghana's medical professionals?

The Medical and Dental Council is worried about rising complaints against healthcare practitioners - signaling potential issues in Ghana's health sector. A massive backlog of disciplinary cases raises questions about professional ethics and patient care.

The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation is expanding its role in Ghana's health sector - but how will this affect local communities?

The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation (GFGF) is making new investments in healthcare in mining communities within the Western Region. These investments aim to strengthen healthcare delivery - but what specific projects are in the works?

The GHS is calling for stronger collaborations to tackle critical issues - but what obstacles are they facing?

The Ghana Health Service is urging stakeholders to work together to solve some serious problems. These include the troubling "no bed syndrome" and the rise in women dying during childbirth - but why is this happening?

Could the rise in kidney disease cases be linked to something in the water - or rather, what's being put in it?

The Ghana Association of Radiologists (GAR) is raising concerns about a worrying trend. They are pointing to a possible connection between environmental pollution and a specific health crisis.

Dr. Osei shares how life's challenges, not childhood dreams, led him to the pinnacle of Ghana's medical field.

Dr. Darius Kofi Osei, the Founding CEO of the University of Ghana Medical Centre, recounts his unexpected path to medical leadership in a recent interview. His story reveals a journey shaped by hardship and a growing sense of purpose - hinting at the transformative power of resilience.

A Ghanaian hospital is looking to expand its emergency ward - but why is this expansion so critical to the region?

St. Elizabeth Hospital in Hwediem is embarking on a fundraising campaign. The goal is to expand the emergency ward and acquire modern equipment- but the current state of affairs hints at a dire need.

Are "okada" riders being mistreated at hospitals? The Nurses Association is setting the record straight.

The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association is responding to allegations about the treatment of injured motor riders. - Concerns have been raised, and the association is keen to address them.

Mahama is calling for action, but what steps does he think world leaders should take to address rising health threats?

John Mahama addressed the One Health Summit 2026 in Lyon- calling for action to tackle rising health threats. He outlined steps for world leaders while warning of links between climate change, disease, and inequality.

Locals near the epicenter of the deadly outbreak are living in fear - but why are officials so concerned?

The WHO is investigating a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo - cases may be spreading faster than originally thought. Locals are scared, and the agency is working to investigate and help control the disease.

Okyenhene Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin bans home burials in Akyem Abuakwa, directs MMDCEs to enforce public health laws,

Okyenhene Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin bans home burials in Akyem Abuakwa, directs MMDCEs to enforce public health laws, commissions 30-man Water Guard to protect Birim River from illegal mining

Kidney disease is a growing threat, especially among the youth - but what's driving this alarming trend?

Health Minister Akandoh has raised concerns about the increasing prevalence of kidney disease in Ghana, especially among young people - a situation exacerbated by preventable factors. The rise in cases calls for a coordinated national response, but what steps will be taken?