Putting health in the hands of the people: The impact of the Healthy Secrets Books

By Isaac KUSI

 It is often said that the best things in life are free and that knowledge is power. Nowhere are these two sayings more apt than in the area of healthcare where knowledge makes the difference between life and death. Millions suffer unnecessarily and long periods of time because they do not have access to health information in a manner that is easy to understand and enjoyable to read.

Hence ailments that can be solved in minutes at little or no cost persist for weeks and months exacting avoidable economic and health tolls. This is where Healthy Secrets SUPER and Healthy Secrets XTRA make a huge difference and become game changers.

The two books are drawn from Prof. Alex Dodoo’s widely read Healthy Secrets Column in the Weekly Spectator and have been carefully reviewed and updated to ensure that all medical advice reflects current, evidence-based best practices.

Healthy Secrets SUPER brings together 40 carefully selected health articles that address a wide range of common and less common health conditions. From everyday issues such as coughing and appendicitis to more sensitive topics like itchy buttocks and how to delay menstruation to vitiligo and Buruli ulcer, the book tackles subjects many people worry about but rarely discuss openly.

Written with Prof. Dodoo’s signature blend of clarity, humour and compassion, Healthy Secrets SUPER reassures readers while providing accurate medical guidance. Each chapter stands alone, allowing readers to explore topics in any order, making the book both a practical reference guide and an engaging read. Whether readers are curious about the role of prayer in healing or unsure how to manage an embarrassing health condition, Healthy Secrets SUPER offers thoughtful, balanced and medically sound perspectives.

Whilst Healthy Secrets SUPER focuses on broad and everyday concerns, its companion publication, Healthy Secrets XTRA takes readers further into complex, often misunderstood medical conditions. The book answers pressing questions such as whether blood pressure medications can cause erectile dysfunction, whether men can develop breast cancer, and what lifestyle adjustments best support people living with asthma, diabetes or gout.

Healthy Secrets XTRA also explores modern approaches to managing burns, typhoid, anaemia, pneumonia and post-traumatic stress disorder, alongside fascinating medical stories, including the evolution of aspirin, breastfeeding challenges in new mothers and the curious disappearance of head lice. Written in direct, easy-to-read format, the book strikes a rare balance between professional depth and easy reading, making it valuable to both healthcare practitioners and the general public.

Dr Victor Bampoe, Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority and a former Deputy Minister for Health had this to say about the books: “These book serves as good guides for helping the public become more knowledgeable about health and well-being. Two very useful and direct books. Through the insights they provide, readers can take better care of their health, either through prevention or by seeking the right treatment when necessary. These are truly  must-haves for every home.”

Dr Delese Mimi Darko, former CEO of the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), Ghana, described the publications as exceptional contributions to public health literacy, stating that “these books demonstrate Prof Dodoo’s rare ability to translate complex medical science into engaging, accurate and reader-friendly content. They are invaluable resources that will improve understanding, promote healthier choices and positively impact countless lives.”

Together, Healthy Secrets SUPER and Healthy Secrets XTRA put reliable knowledge within reach thereby turning curiosity into confidence, and readers into active partners in their own care. For homes, schools and workplaces alike, they are timely, trusted companions for anyone who believes better information leads to better health.

I say, grab copies of both books and learn more about how to deal with everyday health challenges.

The writer is a Personal Healthcare Enthusiast

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