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Public health officers push for face masks and handwashing amid post-flood risks
The Ghana Association of Public Health Technical Officers (GAPHTO) has called on the government to immediately reinforce public health safety measures, including compulsory handwashing and the use of face masks, to reduce the risk of disease outbreaks in communities affected by the recent floods.
Health Ministry blames poor management, not shortage, for “no-bed syndrome”
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has dismissed claims of a nationwide shortage of hospital beds, insisting that current data shows bed occupancy levels at various hospitals remain well below full capacity. Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah, revealed hospital bed occupancy currently stands at about 60 perce...
Two-thirds of people living with HIV are in sub-Saharan Africa – AU Commissioner
African Union (AU) Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, Amb. Amma A. Twum-Amoah, has raised concerns that nearly two-thirds of the world's people living with HIV are in sub-Saharan Africa, despite significant progress in expanding access to life-saving treatment across the continent.
Millions now access HIV treatment, but Africa’s HIV burden remains high – AU Commissioner
African Union (AU) Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, Amb. Amma A. Twum-Amoah, has commended the significant progress made in expanding access to life-saving treatment for millions of Africans living with HIV.
Health Ministry summons KATH CEO over Emergency Centre closure
The Ministry of Health has summoned the Chief Executive at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), Kwame Frimpong, following public statements announcing the temporary suspension of admissions at the hospital's Accident and Emergency (A&E) Centre due to severe congestion.
Vehicle smoke contains cancer-causing agents – Health experts warn
Smoke from vehicle exhausts contains cancer-causing substances, health experts have warned, as a new study indicates that air pollution has become Ghana’s leading cause of death, claiming more than 30,000 lives annually. The warning comes amid growing concerns over deteriorating air quality across the country, with pol...
MTN refurbishes 300 beds to improve healthcare at Ho Teaching Hospital
MTN Ghana has embarked on an ambitious project to refurbish 300 hospital beds at the Ho Teaching Hospital as part of efforts to improve healthcare delivery and help address the country's persistent no-bed syndrome.
AU Commissioner calls for better pay to retain Africa’s health professionals
African Union (AU) Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, Amb. Amma A. Twum-Amoah, has called on African governments to improve the remuneration and working conditions of health professionals to curb the growing migration of skilled workers from the continent.
Health Ministry opens recruitment for 36th batch of Medical Officers and Dentists
The Ministry of Health has announced the opening of the recruitment process for the 36th batch of Medical Officers and Dentists who have completed their housemanship and have been duly verified by the Medical and Dental Council.
Princess Marie Louise Children’s Hospital marks 100 years with call for greater investment in child healthcare
The Princess Marie Louise Children's Hospital has marked its 100th anniversary with a renewed call for greater investment in child healthcare, urging government, the private sector and development partners to strengthen support for paediatric services to meet growing healthcare demands. The hospital, established in 192...
Approach the sick with empathy – Very Rev. Bonaventure Annan charges health workers at World Day of the Sick Celebration
The Our Lady of Grace Catholic Hospital at Breman Asikuma in the Asikuma Odoben Brakwa District of the Central Region hosted the celebration of the 34th World Day of the Sick, bringing together patients, caregivers, clergy, chiefs, and civic leaders. Pope Leo XIV announced the theme, “The compassion of the Samaritan: l...
KATH appeals for more support as wheelchair shortage hampers patient care
The Accident and Emergency Unit of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) continues to face mounting pressure as it attends to hundreds of emergency cases daily, with an inadequate number of wheelchairs posing a major challenge to patient movement within the facility.