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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 an academic competition transformed the lives of young Ghanaians and is set to impact the nation's health sector.
Twenty students who excelled in the Kingsley Quiz Competition in Abuakwa South six years ago have completed their medical training in Cuba. This
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
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 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
A recent event championed inclusive education for children with special needs- but what does this mean for Ghana's future?
The sixth Autism Awareness Month celebration took place at St. Peter's Senior High School in Accra. Organizers are calling on the government to prioritize inclusive education in Ghana- but what changes are needed to make this a reality?
Are Ghana's celebrations harming our health? It's time to rethink how we define 'sweetness' and its role in our lives.
Ghana's celebrations are often marked by overindulgence in sugary treats and drinks - a practice deeply embedded in culture. But this may be costing more than we realize, as health issues rise, prompting a call to redefine our concept of sweetness.
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
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.
Discover how new resolutions could transform healthcare in Africa by formally recognizing traditional medicine.
The Pan-African Parliament has adopted resolutions championed by Mr. Frank Annoh-Dompreh, pushing for legal recognition of traditional medicine
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
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 NHIA is taking a firm stance against unauthorized fees at health facilities, a practice that threatens the integrity of the NHIS.
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) is intensifying efforts to combat illegal charges at health facilities. This crackdown aims to
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?
A new collaboration seeks to uncover the true scope of drug use across Ghana, promising to reshape national strategies.
NACOC and UPSA have partnered for a nationwide survey on drug use to gather data for policy and interventions. This initiative aims to provide
MoFFA is cracking down on mortuary facilities in the Volta Region-find out what this means for their operations and the community.
The Mortuaries and Funeral Facilities Agency (MoFFA) has issued a stern warning to mortuary operators in the Volta Region regarding their