Russia’s most significant opposition leader for the past decade, Alexei Navalny, has died in an Arctic Circle jail, the prison service said. Seen as President Vladimir Putin’s most vociferous critic, Navalny was serving a 19-year jail term on charges widely considered politically motivated. He was moved to one of Russia’s toughest penal colonies late last […] The post Putin
Management of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) has vehemently debunked claims that a Chinese prisoner escaped during treatment at the hospital. The Chinese national, who was serving a one-year sentence at Nsawam Prison for theft and other serious offenses had escaped. The incident occurred after the individual allegedly feigned illness and was subsequently transferred […] The post Chinese
If you see blood in your stool or toilet paper, you might be concerned. But while blood in stool can signal a serious problem, it isn’t always the case. Here’s what you need to know about the possible causes of bloody stools and what you and your doctor should do if you discover a problem. […] The post Causes of Blood in Stool (Hematochezia) appeared first on The
A Chief State Attorney at the Office of the Attorney-General, Samuel Nerquaye-Tetteh, has been disbarred as a lawyer by the General Legal Council (GLC) for collecting GH¢400,000 from businessman Alfred Agbesi Woyome in 2011. Mr Nerquaye-Tetteh was disbarred, meaning he can never practice as a lawyer again in Ghana after the Disciplinary Committee of the […] The post Chief
The Minister of Health designate, Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye, has stated that he will engage health workers to find ways of reducing the numbers of health professionals travelling abroad to seek greener pastures. In his first interview after his February 14 appointment, Dr. Okoe Boye emphasized that it is sometimes not about the programs a […] The post I’ll consult
They say the way to a person’s heart is through their stomach, and we agree! A homemade meal is far more romantic than even the fanciest restaurant, even if you’re not the greatest cook. In fact, it’s more romantic especially if you’re not a seasoned chef! But with these recipes, your special someone might think you were. […] The post Valentine’s Day Dinner For Two appeared first
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi MTN Ghana Foundation has held its annual blood donation exercise dubbed ‘Save A Life’ campaign in the Western Region to collect about 750 pints of blood. The ‘Save a Life’ campaign organized on February 14 every year mobilizes the public to voluntarily donate blood to support the Blood Bank at […] The post MTN
The Holy Family Hospital in Techiman, located in the Bono East Region, has achieved a major medical milestone, becoming a level four SafeCare-rated health institution. The hospital has also been fully accredited by the Health Facility Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) as a secondary-level health facility. The facility has also been accredited by the College of Physicians […] The post
The Jospong Group of Companies has supported the Bank Hospital with a cheque for GHc120,000. The gesture which forms part of the Group’s corporate social responsibility it is aimed at assisting with the medical bills of renal patients at the hospital. Presenting the cheque, the Director of Communication and Corporate Affairs at Zoomlion Ghana Ltd. […] The post Jospong
The Ministry of Health has stated that it is in discussions with the Ministry of Finance to secure funds for the release of allowances for the members of the Rotational Nurses and Midwifery Association (RNMA). This is in response to the demands from the RNMA, which issued a two-week ultimatum to the government, demanding the […] The post MoH to release allowances of rotational
The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has cautioned the public to wear face masks to reduce exposure to dust. It has also advised the public to limit outdoor activities, especially for children. This follows the increase in the intensity of the harmattan, resulting in very dusty weather conditions across the country, confirmed by the Environmental Protection […] The post Intense
Vice President, Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia, has praised the life-saving impact of logistic delivery company Zipline, in enhancing healthcare accessibility across Ghana. In a stirring speech delivered at the launch of his visionary plans for Ghana, Dr. Bawumia recounted a personal tragedy that inspired his relentless pursuit of innovative solutions to save lives. Reflecting on the […] The post Bawumia
The Members of the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association of Ghana (PMAG) have debunked concerns raised by the Ghana National Chamber of Pharmacy (GNCoP) and the Pharmaceutical Importers and Wholesalers Association of Ghana (PIWA) over the ban on 142 imported drugs. The Ghana National Chamber of Pharmacy and the Pharmaceutical Importers and Wholesalers Association of Ghana raised […] The post PMAG
Perhaps not “well, these are typically taking any dates/sex/long, lingering deep-tissues massages” Then there is that you have composed the imaginary nemesis..parece… evaluate you to ultimately. The guy into the seven-figure checking account that planning swoop in and take care of the women you don’t want to give and protect? The guy doesn’t exists. You […]
Residents living in flood-affected areas in the lower Volta Basin are at risk of experiencing a possible rise in female genital Schistosomiasis (bilharzia), as aquatic weeds that carry freshwater snails, which are carriers of the parasites, have drawn closer to communities living along the Volta River. The Deputy Health Director in charge of Public Health […] The post Akosombo
Management and staff of award-winning private real estate firm, Imperial Homes Limited, organized a health walk over the weekend as part of activities marking the firm’s 15th-anniversary celebration. The anniversary is themed: “15 years of living up to our brand promise: a signature of luxury.” The health walk began at the Aviation Social Centre, where […] The post Imperial
Colour for healing was adopted 2,000 years ago in Ancient Greece, Egypt and China. They used colour and light in the form of sunlight, crystal reflections, paints and plants were employed to improve people’s moods. Colour therapy, also known as chromotherapy, is a form of therapy that uses colour and light to treat certain mental and physical health […] The post Colour
A free health screening exercise within Accra Central has been organized to mark World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day 2024. The health screening, organized by the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research in collaboration with the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (A.M.A.), was to commemorate the World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day set aside by the World Health Organization […] The post NMIMR
In the intricate tapestry of education, schools stand as monumental pillars with the profound potential to shape not only the intellectual development but also the holistic well-being of future generations. As a devoted Health Education Expert, I am driven to explore the multi-faceted role that schools play in instilling life-long habits, fostering a culture of […] The post Role
The Ghana Demographic and Health Survey conducted by the Ghana Statistical Service has revealed concerning statistics regarding HIV awareness and prevention among men aged 15 to 49. The data reveals that a significant 76 percent of men in this age group are unaware of their HIV status. Furthermore, only 28% reported the use of condoms […] The post 76% of men are unaware
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