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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.

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.

Why are residents of Garu District pleading with the government to take swift action on the roads?

Garu MP, Dr. Thomas Anaba, has voiced concerns over rising pneumonia cases in his constituency- linking them to the dusty conditions caused by stalled road construction. Residents are feeling the squeeze.

Goaso Hospital faces critical infrastructure issues - how will this affect patient care?

The Medical Superintendent at Goaso Municipal Hospital has voiced concerns about infrastructure. He highlighted challenges with power outages, old buildings, and lack of staff accommodation - hinting at potential disruptions.

Motorcycles are being distributed to health workers - but what difference will this make in remote communities?

The Hunger Project-Ghana and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are collaborating to bolster maternal and child healthcare. Eleven motorcycles were handed over to the Ghana Health Service- but the impact remains to be seen.

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?

Why has public urination and defecation become an accepted feature of urban life in many African cities?

Many African cities are facing a sanitation crisis as public urination and defecation become normalized- raising questions about hygiene and public health. This widespread practice poses significant risks, but the reasons behind it are more complex than they appear.

A preventable tragedy has sparked outrage-but is Ghana's emergency care system truly broken?

Ghana's health sector is facing scrutiny due to workforce challenges and patients receiving care in suboptimal conditions-sparking public outrage. The current emergency care system needs rethinking, but what changes are needed to improve?

A new health roadmap for West & Central Africa has been launched - but what changes will it bring?

West and Central African leaders and global partners met in Accra to launch a regional roadmap. The initiative aims to tackle health challenges and expand quality healthcare access - but the path forward remains unclear.

A Ghanaian midwife's clever invention is making a big difference for newborns - but can it overcome systemic barriers?

A rural midwife in the Bosomtwe District designed a low-cost basket to aid in emergency newborn transfers. The roads are rough and access to specialized neonatal transport is limited- making this innovation critical.

This week, Newsfile examines critical issues - but will solutions emerge?

Newsfile on Joy News will discuss the 'no-bed syndrome' in Ghana's hospitals and sole-sourcing in government projects. Samson Lardy Anyenini and panelists will explore healthcare challenges and infrastructure spending - but what insights will they uncover?

Ghana's hospitals are full, but what happens when an emergency patient needs urgent care?

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Joseph Bonney, warns that Ghana's healthcare facilities are operating beyond capacity. The death of a Promasidor employee highlights the potential impact of delayed emergency responses - and the strain on the system.

A new surgical theatre opens at Madina Polyclinic - but residents still face challenges.

The Madina Polyclinic has received a boost to its surgical and obstetric capabilities. Freedom Aid Ghana and other partners collaborated to improve the hospital - but what does this mean for the community?

A rural health worker's plea reveals the overwhelming burdens faced at CHPS compounds - what could this mean for healthcare?

A rural health worker is calling on the government to extend incentives to cover all CHPS zones and compounds. She warns that many communities would be left with no healthcare - if rural nurses and midwives are not given the recognition and support they deserve.

A medical expert speaks out about herbal medicine and kidney disease-but his message might surprise you.

A medical expert is cautioning the public about herbal medicine and kidney disease-but perhaps not for the reasons you think. He's highlighting the real dangers of misuse-but what are the true causes of kidney problems?

A doctor's personal tragedy exposes alleged failures in Ghana's emergency care - but what went wrong that fateful day?

A Ghanaian doctor is in mourning after her brother was allegedly denied critical care following a tragic accident - raising questions about emergency protocols. The desperate search for help highlights a potential crisis in Ghana's healthcare system.