Rotational Nurses and Midwifery Association has given the Ministry of Health a two-week ultimatum to release their financial clearance for payment, or else its members will lay down their tools. The Association has been lamenting over unpaid allowances totalling over GHc12,000 for the July batch of Rotational Nurses and Midwives. In a statement, the leadership […] The post Rotational
The Upper East Regional Security Council has temporarily banned the riding of motorbikes in the Binduri district over recent killings. The decision was made during its emergency meeting on Monday, January 22, 2024, following recent records of killings in the Bawku and Binduri districts. In a statement, the Upper East Regional Security Council also reviewed […] The post Upper
The Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, Dr. Patrick Kuma-Aboagye, has disclosed some measures being put in place to address the challenge of unearned salaries in the sector, starting February 10, 2024. This follows concerns raised by the Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee, James Klutse Avedzi, regarding the number of unearned salary cases cited […] The post We’ve
Kwaku Agyeman-Manu In a bid to enhance the quality and effectiveness of healthcare in Ghana, Kwaku Agyeman-Manu, Minister for Health, has inaugurated the National Health Laboratory Working Group (NHLWG) Read More... The post Health
Maternal and child health is a cornerstone of societal well-being, reflecting the strength and resilience of communities. In many parts of the world, including Ghana, challenges persist, making the role of effective health education in bridging gaps and improving outcomes for mothers and children paramount. Let us delve into the multi-faceted dimensions of maternal and […] The post
The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) and the Health Services Workers Union have petitioned the National Pension Regulatory Authority to release their 8-month pension arrears. The two unions bemoaned the deductions of their two-tier pensions from their salaries, which had not been paid into the necessary accounts. President of the Ghana Registered Nurses […] The post Health
18% under age 5 stunted 6% wasted 12% are underweight 2 percent overweight The 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey (GDHS) report on maternal and child health by Ghana Statistical Services has revealed that 49 percent of children aged 6 to 59 months are anaemic, a decline from the 66 percent recorded in 2014. Of the 49 […] The post 49% of children aged 6–59
18% under age 5 stunted 6% wasted 12% are underweight 2 percent overweight The 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey (GDHS) report on maternal and child health by Ghana Statistical Services has revealed that 49 percent of children aged 6 to 59 months are anemic, a decline from the 66 percent recorded in 2014. Of […] The post 49% of children aged 6–59 months anemic – GSS
Sri Lanka’s Parliament has passed a hastily proposed bill to regulate online content, sparking criticism from rights groups and opposition politicians that the government is trying to crack down on dissent and stifle freedom of speech ahead of parliamentary and presidential elections this year. The measure was passed on Wednesday by a 108-62 vote, the […] The post Sri Lanka Parliament
Dr. Opoku Fofie Deputy Director, Reproductive Child Health (RCH) of the Ghana Health Service, Dr. Chris Opoku Fofie has bemoaned the high rate of caesarean sections performed for pregnant Read More... The post ‘Perform Caesarean Section When Necessary’ appeared first
Standard Chartered Wealth Management Chief Investment Office (CIO) has released its Outlook 2024 report, outlining its investment strategy for the year ahead. The US and other major economies are likely to witness sharply slower growth and sliding inflation in 2024. Equity and bond markets are expected to start 2024 positively, supported by hopes of a […] The post Outlook 2024: Sailing with
Mercy Asiedu Renowned Kumawood actress, Mercy Asiedu, has taken to social media to dispel rumors of her demise, refuting reports circulating on Amazing TV that falsely claimed her passing. In Read More... The post Mercy Asiedu Debunks Death Rumors appeared first on DailyGuide
I had gone to find spare parts for my now ageing Toyota Fortuner vehicle at Abbosey Okai. I was highly amused listening to some of the submissions during a heated debate on how the cedi has depreciated against the major foreign currencies. As I haggled over the prices of the spare parts to fit my […] The post Random
EASE Ghana, a subsidiary of EASE Holdings BV, which specialises in quality equipment-as-a-service, has inaugurated the first MRI scanner in the Eastern Region at St. Dominic Catholic Hospital , Akwatia. The inauguration also marked the debut of Siemens Magnetom Free.Star Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner technology in Ghana. The MRI scanner utilises Siemens’ latest low-helium […] The post
If you’re among more than 20% of adults who have chronic pain conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, migraine, or back pain, eating may feel more like a chore than a pleasure. You may worry certain foods could unknowingly worsen your discomfort. The good news is that research shows making strategic tweaks to your diet, fixing nutritional […] The post Foods to Ease Your Chronic Pain appeared first on
Dr. Promise Sefogah, a leading Obstetrician Gynaecologist and fertility expert has revealed that roughly half of all pregnancies are unplanned. This, he reveals, often throws couples into a difficult emotional turmoil – agonizing over whether to continue the pregnancy or not. Sadly, many of these unplanned pregnancies end in termination, often at the hands of […] The post One
The University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC), in collaboration with Forte Medical Ltd, has conducted the first-ever “Nanox Arc X-ray Tomography Scan,” marking a significant milestone in Sub-Saharan Africa. This cutting-edge service not only represents a technological leap but also offers a more cost-effective alternative for patients with lower radiation levels compared to conventional CT […] The post UGMC
Depression can drain your energy, leaving you feeling empty and fatigued. This can make it difficult to muster the strength or desire to get treatment. Small lifestyle changes may help you manage these feelings. If a person feels sustained, intense feelings of sadness or loss of interest in activities, they may have clinical depression. People […] The post Ways to Cope With Your Depression appeared first
Some residents of Dominase in the Gomoa East District of the Central Region took to the streets to demonstrate over what they say is medical negligence on the part of staff at the Potsin Polyclinic, leading to the death of a resident. On January 4, 2024, some angry residents of Gomoa Dominase besieged the Gomoa […] The post Gomoa
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