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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 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

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.

A nurse is setting the record straight regarding a baby's condition-but what sparked these clarifications?

A five-month-old baby is receiving treatment at the Bibiani Municipal Hospital. The Senior Nursing Officer is addressing concerns about the infant's health-but what exactly happened to the child?

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.

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

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.

Ghana's Nursing and Midwifery Council challenges the notion of nurse overproduction, pointing to a different core problem affecting healthcare

The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has addressed claims regarding an oversupply of nurses in Ghana, stating that recruitment delays are the

Discover why health workers are shying away from rural postings in Ghana and the critical impact it's having on healthcare access.

The Northern Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) is facing increasing difficulties in deploying health professionals to

A health director is making a passionate plea - but what changes are needed to improve healthcare access?

The Nkwanta North District Health Director is advocating for improvements to a local healthcare facility in the Oti Region. The current CHPS compound is struggling to keep up with the demands of the growing population - leaving many to wonder about the future of healthcare in the district.

Discover why a significant number of healthcare professionals are leaving Ghana's Northern Region and what the UPNMG President says is needed to

The UPNMG President, Maxwell Oduro Yeboah, has called for government investment in Ghana's Northern Region to improve the retention of nurses and

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 Minority in Parliament sounding the alarm about the government's healthcare spending, and what could it mean for public health?

The Minority in Parliament is accusing the government of underfunding the health sector, warning of a deepening public health crisis. This alleged

A new US agreement could open doors for Ghanaian nurses - but what safeguards are in place?

The Ministry of Health has secured a new pathway for Ghanaian nurses to work in the US through an agreement with Columbus, Ohio.

Ghana's Health Ministry is cracking down on nursing training colleges- find out why their admission practices are under scrutiny.

The Ministry of Health is warning heads of health training institutions about strict compliance with admission guidelines for the upcoming academic

President Mahama has taken steps to address a significant issue within Ghana's healthcare sector-find out what's next for thousands of nurses.

President John Dramani Mahama has addressed the backlog of qualified nurses awaiting posting in Ghana. This move aims to alleviate the challenges