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Discover how Zoomlion Ghana Limited is tackling health concerns in Sefwi Wiawso with a targeted disinfection campaign.

Zoomlion Ghana Limited has initiated a two-day disinfection and disinfestation exercise in Sefwi Wiawso Municipality to address public health risks.

A new clean cooking initiative is underway in East Gonja - but what impact will it have on the women in the region?

Women in East Gonja are now using cleaner cooking technology. The Eco-Flame Project aims to support national efforts to adapt to climate change- but what does that mean for the women involved?

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 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

Discover why less than 15% of Ghana's traditional medicine practitioners are registered and the implications for public health.

Ghana's Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) faces a significant challenge with the vast majority of practitioners unregistered. This

Discover how a proposed waiver on import duties for medical equipment could transform Ghana's fight against cancer.

The Society of Private Medical and Dental Practitioners is urging the government to waive import duties and taxes on advanced cancer treatment

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

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 children face a "slow, silent assault," but what does the Paediatric Society want done about it?

The Paediatric Society of Ghana is calling on President Mahama to lead a global effort. They want environmental destruction from illegal mining classified as a crime against humanity - but why now?

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 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 emergency medical services are set for a significant boost as a key government ministry takes action to enhance the national ambulance fleet.

The Ministry of Health and National Ambulance Service have transferred 30 ambulances to National Security for refurbishment. This initiative aims to

Ghana's emergency services are set for a major boost as a fleet of ambulances undergoes critical refurbishment-but what impact will this have on

The Ministry of Health and National Ambulance Service have transferred 30 ambulances at Burma Camp to National Security for refurbishment. This