The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially recognized Noma as a neglected tropical disease, shedding light on a devastating condition that has long plagued the most vulnerable populations. Noma is a rapidly progressing severe gangrenous disease of the mouth and the face. Like other neglected tropical diseases, Noma impacts the most vulnerable and marginalized populations. […] The post WHO
The Vodafone Ghana Foundation has extended its free ultrasound scan services to the residents of Mafi Seva, bringing vital maternal healthcare directly to this community. The program aimed to provide free maternal healthcare to expectant mothers in the area and nearby communities. A total of 85 expectant mothers from neighbouring villages convened at the Mafi […] The post Enhancing
The Ranking Member on the Health Committee of Parliament, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has disclosed that 91 out of the 307 ambulances imported and commissioned by the Nana Akufo-Addo in 2020 are not operational. According to him, whereas about 79 have completely broken down, 12 others have been involved in accidents and are thus not in […] The post 91 out of 307
Zipline, an aerial delivery service provider, has expanded its operations with the introduction of animal health in partnership with Piper Pretty – a piggery located in Atwima Nwabiagya North of the Ashanti Region. The partnership will see Zipline deliver swine semen from their outlets to farmers across the country to help boost animal productivity. Piper […] The post Zipline
The festive/holiday season is a time when family and friends come together in joy, bond, reminisce and attend various events in celebration. During these periods, food takes centre stage as people gather in homes and various eating places to celebrate with various meals. While festive seasons are joyous occasions, it is imperative to prioritize food […] The post How
The Harmattan season is here again! And with no surprise, it brings its usual dusty winds, dry air, and thick hazes. Not to mention, it brings along diseases as well. Harmattan is an annual season starting from sometime in November and extending to March. As uncomfortable as it gets, let’s not forget the sweet comfy […] The post Harmattan Season: Health dangers and tips appeared first on The
The CDS engaged in the exercise as other senior officers look on The Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), Vice Admiral Seth Amoama, has announced a collaboration between the Read More... The post NSS, GAF Plan Joint Food Production appeared first on DailyGuide
The Development Bank Ghana (DBG) has demonstrated its commitment to the fight against breast cancer by generously donating GH¢200,000 to the Breast Cancer Units at both Korle Bu Teaching Hospital and the 37 Military Hospital. This commendable initiative, spearheaded by the dedicated staff at DBG, aligns with the ongoing efforts to make a substantial impact […] The post DBG
The Ashanti Regional Minister, Simon Osei-Mensah, has rejected claims that the government has abandoned hospital projects in the region. He insisted that the projects, including those inherited from the previous administration, are at various stages of completion, while others are operational. The Minister says some of the projects have been commissioned and are currently in […] The post Govt
Health Minister Dr. Kwaku Agyeman Manu has emphasised the need for strategic partnerships in vaccine manufacturing, stressing the importance of collaboration among facilitators and stakeholders in the industry. Dr. Manu noted that vaccine production requires the involvement of various parties to ensure efficient and effective manufacturing processes. These, he said, could be pharmaceutical companies, research […] The post
The Vodafone Ghana Foundation has concluded the Northern Belt edition of its Homecoming programme, marking the culmination of the 2023 edition of the initiative nationwide. Spanning four weeks, the programme settled medical bills and ancillary costs for financially challenged patients, underscoring its steadfast commitment to community well-being. The Northern Belt edition commenced in the final […] The post Vodafone
The Futurize HealthTech Summit – a joint initiative by Futurize and AstraZeneca under the A. Catalyst Network – concluded this week, signalling a new era in African health technology. Hosted at Strathmore University Business School in Nairobi, the exclusive event welcomed over 120 attendees – each dedicated to enhancing the industry. Experts engaged in critical […] The post
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