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22 Jul•4 min read
Bad Commercial Motor Riding in Ghana and the Danger of Traumatic Brain Injury
Summary
Discover how the convenience of commercial motorbikes in Ghana is overshadowed by alarming safety concerns and their severe health implications.
Unsafe commercial motor riding practices in Ghana are significantly increasing the risk of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), a leading cause of
11 May•3 min read
Healthcare must reach every Ghanaian regardless of location - Health Minister
Summary
The government is rolling out free healthcare in underserved districts - but can they overcome logistical hurdles?
Health Minister Akandoh launched the Free Primary Healthcare (FPHC) programme in the Oti Region. The initiative aims to remove barriers preventing Ghanaians from seeking timely medical attention - but what challenges might it face?
20 Jul•4 min read
"Pretty Hurts": The unregulated war on beauty in Ghana - a sister thinking out loud
Summary
Unregulated beauty clinics in Ghana are flourishing, but a closer look reveals a disturbing trend impacting public health.
Ghana's beauty industry is experiencing rapid growth with clinics offering various enhancements, yet this expansion is raising significant public
24 Jul•4 min read
Helmet for Life: Why Ghana must make every ride a safer one
Summary
Discover why a new movement is pushing for helmets to be a life-saving habit, not just an option, on Ghana's roads.
Commercial motorbikes are a vital part of daily life in Ghana, but many riders and passengers forgo helmets despite the risks. A new campaign aims
23 Mar•3 min read
DBI Assembly, traditional leaders donate medical equipment to Issa polyclinic, motorbike to Police
Summary
Medical equipment and a motorbike were donated to the Daffiama-Bussie-Issa district - but why now?
The Daffiama-Bussie-Issa District Assembly and traditional leaders have collaborated to provide resources to the Issa Polyclinic and the district police command. The donation aims to improve critical services - but what challenges might this solve?
2 Apr•2 min read
"It was heartbreaking" - Sister of hit-and-run victim narrates ordeal amid emergency care concerns
Summary
A family's frantic search for a missing loved one leads to heartbreak - and exposes flaws in emergency care.
A doctor at Cape Coast Teaching Hospital shared the story of her brother's death following a hit-and-run accident. She highlighted critical gaps in Ghana's emergency healthcare - and a desperate search for answers.
14 May•2 min read
Nurse killed in crash while transporting medical supplies
Summary
A tragic accident has occurred involving a nurse transporting medical supplies - but what were the circumstances?
A nurse stationed at the Kusali CHPS Compound was involved in an accident while transporting medical supplies. The incident raises concerns about healthcare delivery in the Sissala West District - especially given recent staffing challenges.
27 Jul•2 min read
Doctors successfully remove motorbike key from farmer's skull after Jasikan attack
Summary
Discover the extraordinary medical intervention that saved a farmer's life after a bizarre attack in the Oti Region.
A Ghanaian farmer is recovering after a serious injury involving a motorbike key. The incident has left local communities shaken and highlights the
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