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332,000 Ghanaians have severe visual impairment
95% need glasses but don’t have access
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Economic crisis: Medicine suppliers return to cash and carry
Some pharmaceutical groups in Ghana have called on authorities of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) and the Private Health Insurance companies to give all accredited pharma…
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Only use antibiotics prescribed by a certified health professional
The word antimicrobial was derived from the Greek words anti (against), mikros (little), and bios (life) and refers to all agents that act against microbial organisms.
It is an agent…
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Breast cancer is not a death sentence when detected early
Stories paint gloomy pictures of breast cancer all the time.
The month of October which has been set aside for breast cancer awareness is a reminder of sad experiences some family…
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How some health professionals are killing patients in Ghana
It is trite knowledge that diseases and sicknesses are consequentially an integral part of our daily lives.
No matter how well we take good care of ourselves, we can never escape the…
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Causes of recurrent and frequent pregnancy losses
Pregnancy and childbirth are a gift from God and even when pregnancy is unplanned, they are often wanted.
Frequent and recurrent pregnancy losses have broken homes.
In-laws are at…
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Dr Bawumia: Agenda 111 to bridge 60yr gap in access to health
Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia says Agenda 111, is the result of government’s determination to close the gaping lack of access to healthcare facilities, especially in remote areas…
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Mental health facilities increase charges due to rising cost
The cost of mental healthcare in the country has gone up with fears among stakeholders that the situation can undermine accessibility and worsen the conditions of needy persons with…
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Northern Region: Record 118 Health projects executed since 2017
A total of 118 health projects have been undertaken in the Northern Region the Akufo-Addo government assumed office in 2017.
82 completed and in use
Out of this, 82 of the health…
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Ghana: Tobacco-related illnesses kill 6,700 annually
Data available indicates that more than 6,700 Ghanaians die annually from tobacco-related illnesses.
4,422 die prematurely
Out of this figure, 4,422 representing 66% died…
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