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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.
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.
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…
The Traditional Medicine Practice Council is cracking down on uncertified massage therapists, but what dangers lurk in the unregulated industry?
Ghana's Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) is intensifying efforts to regulate the country's booming massage therapy sector. This
A medical charity has warned about the spread of Ebola in DR Congo - but what's making it so alarming?
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has issued a warning about the rapid spread of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The medical charity suggests the situation is "deeply alarming"- but what challenges are they facing?
The NHIA is taking a firm stance against unauthorized fees at health facilities, a practice that threatens the integrity of the NHIS.
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) is intensifying efforts to combat illegal charges at health facilities. This crackdown aims to
Why do so many breast cancer patients lack known risk factors - and what does the new WHO theme reveal?
Ghana joins the global Pink October campaign as WHO highlights breast cancer's toll, with 2.4 million new cases in 2024.
Discover the strategic pillars the GHS believes are essential for the successful implementation of Ghana's Free Primary Healthcare initiative.
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has outlined four key priorities to enhance the government's Free Primary Healthcare program. These areas are crucial
Could an applicant's HIV status truly be the sole barrier to employment in Ghana's security services?
The Ghana AIDS Commission has voiced concerns regarding the potential breach of the Ghana AIDS Commission Act, 2016 (Act 938) if applicants are
FoSCel is calling on young Ghanaians to understand their genotype, emphasizing its importance beyond just marriage considerations.
The Focus on Sickle Cell Foundation (FoSCel) is advocating for increased public education and support for individuals living with Sickle Cell
An Ebola outbreak is posing massive challenges - but what obstacles are aid organizations facing?
A nurse warns that the Ebola outbreak is posing massive challenges for medical aid organizations- especially getting resources to the Democratic Republic of Congo. The inability to confirm cases and airspace closures are making it difficult to get the situation under control.
A centenary celebration prompts reflection on healthcare - but can Ghana meet the challenges ahead?
Kingsley Agyemang addressed the Kyebi Government Hospital centenary, reflecting on Ghana's healthcare system. The Abuakwa South MP urged investment and accountability-but what changes are needed?
Can Mahama Cares truly bridge Ghana's healthcare gaps? Asogli chiefs weigh in on the Fund's promise and perils.
Asogli State chiefs met with the Ghana Medical Trust Fund administrator during a Volta Regional sensitisation tour.
Northeastern University students from the US visited Kumasi's Peace and Love Hospital to study Ghana's community-based a
Northeastern University students from the US visited Kumasi's Peace and Love Hospital to study Ghana's community-based approaches to breast cancer
Why are officials pushing for a unified response to adolescent health, and what alarming figures might be driving the urgency?
Stakeholders in adolescent sexual and reproductive health are urging stronger coordination among government, civil society, communities, and youth…
Why one advocate says sexual violence is a hidden public health crisis costing Ghana more than we think.
The Ark Foundation's executive director discusses the public health impact of sexual violence in Ghana following an investigation at Obuasi Senior…
Behind the shocking numbers of child pregnancies lies a deeper failure to protect Ghana's most vulnerable.
Ghana's health service reports over 1,500 pregnancies in girls aged 10-14 this year, each a case of defilement.