114 results foundin Health
Showing 18 of 114 results
Yazz is expanding its outreach through a high school engagement campaign - but what issues will it address?
Yazz Personal Care Products is intensifying its fight against period poverty with a nationwide school outreach campaign. This initiative aims to promote menstrual hygiene among young girls- but what impact will it have?
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 collaboration in Ningo Prampram aims to empower young girls - but what challenges do they still face?
WIM Ghana and Sista Wings International collaborated on the "One Girl Child, Two Sanitary Pads Initiative" at Nyigbenya D/A Basic Schools. The AngloGold Ashanti-supported initiative focused on menstrual and personal hygiene - but what impact will it have?
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?
Ghana's health and economic future could hinge on a critical tax overhaul-discover why experts are pushing for change.
VAST Ghana has advocated for a comprehensive review of Ghana's excise tax framework, specifically targeting tobacco, alcohol, and sugar-sweetened beverages. This initiative aims to address the increasing burden of non-communicable diseases and enhance domestic revenue mobilization.
Eucharia Anunobi opens up about her journey caring for her son - and the strict lifestyle changes they had to make.
Nollywood actress Eucharia Anunobi has shared her experiences as a mother to a son with the SS genotype. She reflects on the challenges and lessons learned during those years - but what did she have to say?
United Pension Trustees is advocating for an end to menstruation stigma- but what impact will it have?
United Pension Trustees is working to eliminate the stigma around menstruation- collaborating with Nana Awuah-Darko Ampem II to donate sanitary products and hold seminars. The initiative hopes to address menstrual poverty and equity in underserved communities- but what challenges remain?
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.
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 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?
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?
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?
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?
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
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
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 NHIA is making strides in claims payments and tariff reviews, but what does this mean for healthcare providers and patients across Ghana?
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) reports significant progress in clearing outstanding claims owed to healthcare providers. This comes