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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?
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?
Walking is more than just a way to get from point A to B - but how does it affect your strength?
Many dismiss walking as just cardio, but it's a fundamental movement pattern impacting much more. How you walk affects everything from pelvic alignment to nervous system regulation - setting the stage for overall strength.
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?
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?
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?
Despite progress, TB continues to pose a serious public health challenge in Europe - but what are the key concerns?
A new WHO report indicates that tuberculosis remains a major health threat in Europe. The report highlights a worrying rise in drug-resistant TB - and experts warn that the region is not on track to meet global targets.
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.
The WHO is sounding the alarm about Ebola in DR Congo - but why are bordering countries on high alert?
The WHO has declared an Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency. The agency warns of significant uncertainties - and spread beyond DR Congo - but what does this mean for neighbouring countries?
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?
The UN injects millions to fight Ebola- but will it be enough to stop a potential global crisis?
The UN is releasing $60 million to combat a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo- and surrounding nations. The emergency funds are being deployed to enact an aggressive containment strategy, but the success of the plan hinges on one key factor.
The UN is stepping in to fight Ebola - but will it be enough to stop the deadly virus from spreading further?
The UN has released funds to combat an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and neighboring countries. The emergency funds will support frontline medical operations- raising hopes that the virus spread can be contained.
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?
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?
A nurse is setting the record straight regarding a baby's condition-but what sparked these clarifications?
A five-month-old baby is receiving treatment at the Bibiani Municipal Hospital. The Senior Nursing Officer is addressing concerns about the infant's health-but what exactly happened to the child?