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Discover how a collaborative effort in West Gonja is tackling the aftermath of recent floods to safeguard public health.

Zoomlion Ghana Limited and the West Gonja Municipal Assembly have initiated a post-flood disinfection and disinfestation exercise. This intervention

Walking is more than just a way to get from point A to B - but how does it affect your strength?

Many dismiss walking as just cardio, but it's a fundamental movement pattern impacting much more. How you walk affects everything from pelvic alignment to nervous system regulation - setting the stage for overall strength.

They smile, they work, they laugh - but what if they're silently struggling?

A look at how people hide deep pain behind everyday smiles, making suicide hard to spot.

Food safety in Ghana is allegedly threatened by dangerous practices - but what is being done about it?

A radio commentator laments the decline of food safety in Ghana, where contaminated food is becoming a public health concern - from waakye beans cooked with paracetamol to plantain fried with plastic. What does this mean for public health?

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 the hidden costs and profound impact of Ghana's sanitation crisis, and why access to basic amenities remains a distant dream for many.

Ghana faces a critical public health challenge as preventable illnesses linked to unsafe water and poor sanitation claim thousands of lives

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 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?

Red Cross volunteers in DR Congo die from a suspected illness - what does this mean for the region?

Red Cross volunteers in DR Congo have died from a suspected illness- raising concerns for aid workers. The deaths occurred while the volunteers were working on a project- but the situation is more complex than it seems.

As Ghana grapples with the persistent "No-Bed Syndrome," the final installment of this series asks a crucial question: who truly owns the promise of

Ghana's "No-Bed Syndrome" series concludes by shifting focus from mechanics to accountability, exploring who is responsible for ensuring timely and

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 rare disease outbreak aboard a cruise ship has global health officials on alert - but what could be the cause?

The WHO is monitoring a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship with international passengers and crew - raising concerns. Health authorities are working to determine the source of exposure and prevent further spread.

New WHO data reveals a hidden crisis - what does it mean for Ghana's youth?

WHO and Ghana health officials are addressing suicide prevention at a national event in Accra.

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?

Discover how Mahama Care is making a difference for cancer patients in the Volta Region, ensuring access to specialized medical care.

Mahama Care, a Ghana Medical Trust Fund initiative, is providing crucial support to cancer patients in the Volta Region. This program aims to ensure

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

Eight women die daily in Ghana from childbirth - why is this crisis going unnoticed, and what will it take to stop it?

The UNFPA has launched a presidential initiative in Accra to address Ghana's maternal health crisis, where eight women die daily.