The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) is seeking help from the public to identify a patient at the 37 Military Hospital who has been there for some months now. The patient, believed to be middle-aged, was sent to the hospital by a good Samaritan on Monday, November 13, 2023, after being knocked down by a vehicle […] The post GAF requests for help to identify patient
Hope For Future Generation (HFFG), a non-governmental organization with health as one of its focus areas, has organized a media workshop to help journalists become champions for long-term vaccine funding. The sensitization is in line with the Financing Immunization Advocacy Response (FAIR) project of the organization. The goal of the FAIR project is to push […] The post HFFG
The Medical and Dental Council has inducted 54 Family Health Medical School students into the medical profession as doctors. The ceremony, themed “Guiding the Professions, Protecting the Public,” was organized for the newly qualified doctors who graduated in 2023, including Family Health Medical School graduates. Professor Enyonam Yao Kwawukume, the founder of Family Health University […] The post 54
Twenty-six parliamentary hopefuls will compete with nine incumbent MPs in nine constituencies in the Western Region in the upcoming NPP Parliamentary primaries. These constituencies comprise Tarkwa Nsuaem, Ahanta West, Mpohor, Kwesimintsim, Effia, Takoradi, Sekondi, Essikado–Ketan, and Shama. Among the notable candidates featured is Hon. George Mireku-Duker, a two-term Member of Parliament (MP), who is competing […] The post NPP
As of the close of nominations on December 25, 2023, a total of 92 aspiring candidates had expressed their intention to compete for parliamentary seats in the Eastern Region. Out of 92, 84 candidates officially filed their nominations, poised to challenge incumbents in 22 constituencies. Notably, Hon Bryan Acheampong in Abetifi and Frederick Obeng Adom […] The post NPP
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
In a heart-warming gesture of compassion and commitment to healthcare, We Care Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has made a generous donation to babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital. The contribution aims to support the wellbeing of three children in need of medical care and attention. We […] The post WE CARE Foundation Donates To
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Takoradi, Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah has submitted to the House of Parliament to consider, as a matter of priority, the creation of Assembly Members’ Common Fund.He made the suggestion during a debate in the House on December 7, 2023. The MP, who is also the Western Regional Minister, argued that […] The post T’di MP calls for creation of
In its desire to become the cleanest city in the Western Region and probably the nation at large, the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly through an EU funded Twin Cities in Sustainable Partnership (TCSPP), has launched a sanitation campaign dubbed: “Operation Clean Your Surroundings”. Given the rate at which filth has engulfed the city, the campaign is […] The post STMA launches operation
The Bono Regional Minister, Justina Owusu-Banahene, has challenged graduates to be smarter, quicker, and faster in the job space to contribute to national development without compromising their values and sense of self. According to the Minister, as graduates continue flinging their caps in joy and picking up certificates, ready for the job market, they should […] The post Let
A scene during one of the training sessions of Ped Intensive Care Nursing Global Heart Care-PASCaTS has held three capacity building programmes for nurses in pediatric intensive care nursing, and pediatric Read More... The post Global
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
Accra Hearts of Oak Sporting Club came close to breaking a three-game winless streak but conceded a late equalizer in a disappointing manner, missing the opportunity to secure three points. The Rainbow Club ended with a 1-1 draw against Nations FC at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex after securing a 1-0 lead in the […] The post Hearts
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abdulai Jinapor, has once again defended the controversial mining lease agreement between Ghana and Barari DV for lithium exploration in Ewoyaa, Central Region. Addressing concerns from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and stakeholders about perceived unfavourable terms, Jinapor assured that the agreement prioritizes value addition to Ghana’s green […] The post Jinapor
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
Paulina Oduro This year’s edition of the annual Western Music Awards (WMA) will take place on Sunday, December 24 at the Kingstel Hotel at Apolo, Takoradi, in the Western Region. The awards Read More... The post Western Music Awards Set For Dec. 24 appeared first on
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
It’s Tuesday May 30, 2023, and I am in the village of Fuveme Agorkedzi in the Volta Region. Residents seem anxious and a handful of women have been seen moving belongings from their houses that have just been ravaged by tidal waves. This is not the first time such an incident is happening in the community. Residents […] The post Ghana’s
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