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Following a tragic death, a corporate lawyer says Ghana's emergency care system has failed - but why should Ghanaians care?

Vicky Bright has criticized Ghana's emergency healthcare system after an investigative report on Charles Amissah's death. The report exposes weaknesses in emergency response-raising questions about the system's ability to provide timely care.

Following a tragic death, a CDD-Ghana rep is calling for major changes to healthcare - but what needs fixing?

CDD-Ghana's Vera Abena Addo is advocating for substantial investment in Ghana's healthcare system. This follows an investigative report into a recent death that exposed critical issues - but what are they?

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?

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.

UHAS is tackling neonatal infections in the Volta Region- but what challenges will they face?

UHAS has launched a 3-year research initiative at Ho Teaching Hospital, addressing neonatal infections and antimicrobial resistance. The project aims to reduce deaths caused by drug-resistant infections- but what systemic gaps will they uncover?

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.

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 Medical and Dental Council so concerned about the behavior of Ghana's medical professionals?

The Medical and Dental Council is worried about rising complaints against healthcare practitioners - signaling potential issues in Ghana's health sector. A massive backlog of disciplinary cases raises questions about professional ethics and patient care.

A health centre in Anyima gets a major facelift - but what prompted this act of generosity?

The Lordina Foundation has renovated and equipped the Anyima Health Centre in the Kintampo South District. This upgrade aims to improve healthcare delivery, particularly for mothers and children - but what impact will it have?

Doctors at Korle-Bu are sounding the alarm - but what's causing the strain on the Accident and Emergency Centre?

The Korle-Bu Doctors' Association (KODA) has raised concerns about the Accident and Emergency Centre of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. Overcrowding and administrative pressures are forcing healthcare workers to provide care in unsafe settings - but what does this mean for the future?

GRNMA is sounding the alarm about 'no-bed syndrome' - what challenges are patients facing in accessing timely emergency care?

The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) is raising concerns about the worsening "no-bed syndrome" in Ghana's healthcare system. The association warns that this crisis is placing unbearable pressure on emergency services - but what could be the consequences?

The GHS is calling for stronger collaborations to tackle critical issues - but what obstacles are they facing?

The Ghana Health Service is urging stakeholders to work together to solve some serious problems. These include the troubling "no bed syndrome" and the rise in women dying during childbirth - but why is this happening?

A new health partnership aims to reduce maternal deaths - but how will they achieve this ambitious goal?

The Ghana Health Service and KOICA are partnering to reduce maternal and newborn deaths in three regions. The collaboration aims to address gaps in healthcare delivery- but what specific changes are in store for these regions?

Instead of cake, Rev. Christie Doe Tetteh brought trucks full of supplies to the Accra Psychiatric Hospital- but why?

Rev. Christie Doe Tetteh, Founder of Solid Rock Chapel International, celebrated her 70th birthday with a visit to the Accra Psychiatric Hospital. She arrived with a donation worth GH₵138,000- a gesture that highlights her long-standing commitment.

A former hospital CEO is pushing for radical changes to emergency care - but will anyone listen?

Dr. Darius Osei, former UGMC boss, has criticised the prioritization of payment over patient care in Ghana's emergency wards. He is advocating for a nationwide policy shift- but what changes could truly save lives?

Yaw Sarpong's family visits Multimedia - but what arrangements were made to honor the late gospel icon?

The family of gospel icon Yaw Sarpong formally notified Multimedia Group about his passing. The visit was to properly honor the life of a man whose music touched many- but what exactly was discussed?

A health outreach in Adaklu is earning praise - but what makes this initiative so special?

Adaklu's District Chief Executive, Jerry Yao Ameko, lauded Consolidated Bank Ghana Ltd (CBG) for their women's health initiative. The DCE believes this outreach is arriving at a crucial time - but what impact will it have?