
Surviving the "I'm fine": Facing the reality of suicide behind closed doors
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.
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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?

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?

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

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?

Despite full antenatal care coverage, why are maternal deaths still a major issue in Ghana's Upper East Region?
The Upper East Regional Health Directorate has achieved 100 percent antenatal care coverage for pregnant women in the first half of 2026. However

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?

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

The UK congratulates Ghana on its new health policy - but what does this mean for the future of healthcare access?
The UK has lauded Ghana's launch of Free Primary Health Care. The UK High Commission's statement hints at a deeper partnership - but what impact will this have?

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 retired public health analyst warns that indiscriminate waste disposal is the main cause of Ghana's perennial floods a
A retired public health analyst warns that indiscriminate waste disposal is the main cause of Ghana's perennial floods and subsequent deadly disease

A paramount chief makes an appeal that could transform healthcare in the Upper West Region - but will it be heard?
Naa Dinaa Donglabong Ganaa III has appealed to the government to build a new Upper West Regional Hospital in Jirapa. The Paramount Chief also decried neglected infrastructure and logistical support - leaving many to wonder about the future of the municipality.

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

NHIA launches free NHIS registration- but what happens after May 31, 2026?
The NHIA has launched the STORM Initiative to offer free NHIS registration and renewal nationwide. The campaign aims to advance Universal Health Coverage- but what challenges might this initiative face?

A new collaboration seeks to uncover the true scope of drug use across Ghana, promising to reshape national strategies.
NACOC and UPSA have partnered for a nationwide survey on drug use to gather data for policy and interventions. This initiative aims to provide

Ghana's Narcotics Control Commission is sounding the alarm, indicating that the nation's drug crisis is escalating beyond its current capacity.
NACOC has called for a collective national effort to tackle drug abuse, urging schools, churches, and the public to play a more active role. The

An abandoned building at Bechem Government Hospital may finally see completion - but what impact will this have?
The Tano South MCE has promised that the assembly will address a major need at Bechem Government Hospital. For over a decade, the hospital has lacked a crucial facility - and that may soon change.

Ghana's Health Ministry is cracking down on nursing training colleges- find out why their admission practices are under scrutiny.
The Ministry of Health is warning heads of health training institutions about strict compliance with admission guidelines for the upcoming academic