HEALTH

In a recent news report, it has been revealed that jaundice among newborns is on the rise in the Volta Region. Data indicates a notable escalation in cases over the past years. Specifically, there were 720 reported cases in 2019,…
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The Executive Chairman of Zoomlion/Jospong Group of Companies, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong conveyed his heartfelt appreciation to the dedicated staff of the company and the broader Jospong Group for their enduring commitment and sacrifices.…
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The Eastern Regional Health Directorate and Management of the Eastern Regional Hospital have announced advanced plans to activate their emergency response to help contain the increasing cases of COVID-19 in the region. This decision…
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The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) recorded a total of 2,764 fire incidents between January and April 2024. The figure shows an increase in fire outbreaks as compared to the 2,683 fires reported during the same period in 2023.…
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The country recorded 59,600 snakebite cases between 2015 and 2020, the first time such data has been put together. This means, on average, 9,900 snakebites are recorded in the country each year. The cases were higher in males with an…
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The Chief Executive officer of Achievers Pharmacy and Laboratory Services Philip Anokye has called out the Ashanti Regional Director of the Ghana Pharmacy Council for what he described as witch-hunting and a move to frustrate young…
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The Pharmacy Council of Ghana has issued a stern warning to individuals involved in the sale or distribution of illegal substances, urging them to cease such activities immediately. This caution follows a joint operation conducted by the…
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The Director General of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Dr. Patrick Kuma-Aboagye, has reported a notable decrease in the mortality rate among children to approximately 32% nationwide in 2024. Dr. Aboagye attributed this improvement to a…
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The Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has called on the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) to swiftly inspect and verify pharmaceuticals cleared at the Tema Port. A shipment containing crucial antiretroviral medicines, tuberculosis, and…
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In 2023, nearly 2,000 critical staff from the Ghana Health Service, including doctors, nurses, midwives, and administrative personnel, abruptly vacated post. Data from the Ghana Health Service reveals that the departures include staff…
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