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An NGO is helping couples overcome infertility - but the journey has been anything but easy.

Xoese Ghana, an NGO, is helping couples facing infertility challenges to achieve their dreams of parenthood. Since its inception, the organization has been working to provide support - but what impact has it had?

A new partnership could change where cancer treatment is available - but what will it take to reach every community?

The Vice President addressed the launch of a national raffle by GNAT and the Sweden Ghana Medical Center.

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

Why did church volunteers take over hospital weeding, and what does it reveal about the facility's staffing crisis?

The SDA Church in Wa has stepped in to clean the overgrown grounds of the Municipal Hospital, which faces severe labour shortages.

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

Why are women being urged to screen early, and what does the new fund mean for patients at Ho Teaching Hospital?

UHAS Vice-Chancellor Professor Lydia Aziato has urged women to prioritise regular cancer screening during a stakeholder engagement on the Mahama…

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?

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 Kumasi-based health facility is calling for resources to support mental health - but why now?

The Psychiatric Unit of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) is advocating for mental health services to be included under national health insurance. Patients are struggling to afford treatment, which may have dire consequences - especially for staff.

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.

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?

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 new heart facility in Ghana has been busy - but a hidden constraint may limit how many patients it can help.

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital's new Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory has been operational since July, with its director briefing Parliament's health…

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

A global summit in Ghana aims to tackle the rise in non-communicable diseases-but can research deliver real-world solutions?

Global health leaders and policymakers convened in Accra for an NIHR symposium-focusing on tackling the surge in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) worldwide. The meeting explored strategies for sustainable health interventions across continents-but the impact remains to be seen.

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

Amidst widespread flooding, health officials are sounding the alarm about a looming public health crisis.

The Ministry of Health has issued a warning regarding a potential cholera outbreak following recent flooding across parts of Accra. Health