The Bono Regional Health Directorate has expressed concern about the increasing rate of HIV infections in the region’s urban centres. The Directorate indicates that the prevalence rate in areas such as Nkoranza South and Techiman Municipalities stands around 3.8 percent, which is above the national average of 2.8 percent. In an interview with Citi News, […] The post Bono
The leadership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has condemned the attack on its Northern Regional Treasurer, Hajia Shamima Yakubu. Hajia Shamima Yakubu was assaulted by a regional party officer of the NDC during a stakeholder meeting to discuss the campaign strategy in Tamale. The meeting, which took place over the weekend, turned chaotic, and […] The post NDC condemns
The Nurses and Midwifery Council (NMC) has joined forces with the Ghanaian Diaspora Nursing Alliance (G-DNA) to entice second-generation Ghanaian nurses living abroad to return home, in a collaboration aimed at revitalising the healthcare system. This initiative seeks to eliminate barriers and attract skilled nursing professionals to contribute actively in the country’s healthcare delivery. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) between […] The post
Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama, has declared his unwavering confidence in winning the upcoming December elections, stating that there will be no need to contest the results in the Supreme Court. Instead of legal battles, Mahama emphasized the importance of vigilance and collective effort within the party to secure victory. During […] The post 2024
The Bimbilla Hospital in the Nanumba North municipality of the Northern region is celebrating a significant milestone: an entire year of zero maternal deaths in 2023. During 2023, the hospital successfully facilitated over 1,800 births without any maternal deaths, marking a historic achievement in 14 years. The Bimbilla Hospital has earned recognition as the best […] The post Bimbilla
The Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana has issued a stern warning, declaring its intention to cease accepting Private Health Insurance soon. This decision stems from the National Health Insurance Authority’s failure to regulate Private Insurance Companies, resulting in arrears owed to its members. According to the association, this has resulted in their inability to […] The post Private
Residents and business operators in the Ashanti Region are urging the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to provide them with a load-shedding timetable as the erratic power supply situation continues to worsen in recent times. Following the recent blackout in the country, Ghanaians have expressed dissatisfaction with the ECG and the Energy Ministry for such […] The post Kumasi
The northern regional secretariat of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) has noted that, despite several attempts to rectify the Bimbilla nomination form irregularity, the decision has been deferred to the National Election Committee. After a resolution by the vetting committee, Alhaji Zaruk received an exceptional opportunity to rectify his incomplete nomination form at the […] The post NPP
Police in the Ashanti Region are investigating the tragic death of three siblings suspected to have been killed by an insecticide used to drive away bedbugs from a room they slept in. Two of the victims died upon arrival at the hospital when the incident happened, while the other one died later, with their grandmother […] The post Three siblings
The Medical Director of the Euracare Hospital, Dr. Benjamin Dabo Sarkodie, has been awarded the distinguished title of Associate Professor of Interventional Radiology by the University of Ghana Medical School, announced. This groundbreaking achievement marks a significant moment in Ghana’s medical history, highlighting Dr. Sarkodie’s exceptional contributions and expertise in the field, both locally and […] The post Euracare
Delicious foods that help you diet? It sounds too good to be true. No doubt: Weight loss involves math. You have to eat fewer calories than you burn. “Certain foods can help you shed body weight,” says registered dietitian Heather Mangieri, RD, “because they help you feel full longer and help curb cravings.” Some even […] The post 9 Foods to Help You Lose Weight appeared first on
RippleCraft Agency, a student-led creative force, is set to showcase its first project, the impactful “Beat The Pressure” campaign video, at the highly anticipated UniMAC Pitch Day on Friday, January 12, 2024. The campaign is aimed at addressing the pressing issue of hypertension also known as high blood pressure. UniMAC Pitch Day, hosted by the […] The post Beat
Kidney patients undergoing treatment at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital are urgently appealing to both governmental and non-governmental institutions for assistance in acquiring additional dialysis machines and consumables for the facility. The outpatient department of the renal unit was forced to close down in May 2023 due to financial constraints, resulting in the tragic death […] The post Korle
Examiners in the Bono Region are fuming over repeated delays in receiving their compensation for marking the 2023 West African Examinations Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Despite fulfilling their duties and the subsequent release of results, they remain in limbo, waiting for their rightful remuneration. The examiners assert that this delay in payment has become a recurring […] The post Examiners
The Renal Patients Association of Ghana has renewed calls for the inclusion of renal treatment in the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). This follows growing concerns about the inability of many patients to afford the cost of treatment, prompting calls for tax waivers on dialysis consumables. Speaking to Citi News, the president of the association, […] The post Renal
ASA Savings and Loans Company Limited in Winneba, located in the Central Region, has supported the Ansaful CHPS compound to enhance its operations. The company presented a television set, an air conditioner, a water tank, a digital BP machine, and a weighing scale. During a brief ceremony, the area manager for the company, Mohammed Nasimul […] The post ASA Savings
ASA Savings and Loans Limited, through its Kaneshie Zongo branch, has presented medical equipment to the Korle Bu Polyclinic/Family Medicine Department to enhance patient care and work output. The items presented include six quality wheelchairs, two swivel chairs, and three mobile blood pressure monitoring devices. During the handover at the Korle Bu Polyclinic premises, Madam […] The post ASA
A 22-year-old woman lost her life in a gunshot incident at Kenyase-Abrem in the Ashanti Region while returning home from the 31st December watch night service. According to the family of the deceased, the tragic incident happened when Lydia Ayampali, a mother carrying her one-year-old baby, had closed from the watch night service and was […] The post Kenyase-Abrem:
The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has directed all Medical Doctors, Dentists, and Dental Surgeons practising in Ghana to effect changes in their name tags, effective January 1, 2024. The GMA instructed doctors and other professionals in the medical field to ensure additional academic titles are prefixed on their name tags. GMA believes this will help […] The post GMA
The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has directed all Medical Doctors, Dentists, and Dental Surgeons practising in Ghana to effect changes in their name tags, effective January 1, 2024. The GMA instructed doctors and other professionals in the medical field to ensure additional academic titles are prefixed on their name tags. GMA believes this will help […] The post GMA
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