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Research recommends integration of menstrual health in education
A research undertaken jointly by the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) and Reckitt Global Hygiene Institute (RGHI) in the United States has highlighted the need to integrate menstrual health in education in schools. The research theme was ‘Breaking the Silence: Menstrual Hygiene Management and Adolescent...
Wasa Dompoase chief appeals to government for school and health infrastructures
The Chief of Wassa Dompoase in the Amenfi East Municipality of the Western Region, Nana Opoku, has appealed to the Government of Ghana and other development partners to urgently support the community with improved educational and health infrastructure.
Medical and Dental Council investigating 31 disciplinary cases; 64% relate to negligence
The Registrar of the Medical and Dental Council (MDC), Dr Divine Banyubala, has disclosed that the council is currently investigating 31 disciplinary cases involving 46 medical practitioners, with nearly two-thirds of the complaints relating to allegations of medical negligence.
From Ashes to Hope: GMTF unveils ultra-modern Cardiac Cath lab at the National Cardiothoracic Centre to restore lifesaving heart care
The Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) has inaugurated a reconstructed and expanded Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at the National Cardiothoracic Centre of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, restoring one of Ghana’s key lifesaving medical facilities less than a year after it was destroyed by fire. The inauguration marks...
Ghana has not overproduced nurses; recruitment delays are the problem – Nursing and Midwifery Council
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has dismissed claims that Ghana has produced more nurses and midwives than the health sector requires, insisting that the country's unemployment challenge among health professionals stems from slow recruitment rather than an oversupply of graduates.
Ofori-Atta’s health could influence any U.S. extradiction decision – Martin Kpebu
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has suggested that the health condition of former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta could become a significant factor should Ghana seek his extradition from the United States.
Korle Bu’s new Cath Lab marks ‘better recovery’ after 2025 fire setback – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has described the inauguration of a new Cath Lab at the National Cardio Centre of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital as a significant milestone in the facility’s recovery following the devastating fire that struck parts of the hospital in 2025. Speaking at the inauguration on Thursday, July 9,...
Virtual Security Africa expands CCTV surveillance at Mamprobi Hospital
Virtual Security Africa (VSA) has supported Mamprobi Hospital with an expanded Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) surveillance system to strengthen security and improve monitoring across the facility.
Specialists call for expanded neurosurgery services as aneurysm cases rise
Brain aneurysms are increasingly affecting young Ghanaians, prompting specialists at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital to expand life-saving neurosurgical services through an international collaboration, consultant neurosurgeon Dr Hadi M Abdulla has said. Speaking on the Asaase Breakfast Show on Thursday (16 July), Dr Abdulla...
Ghanaians welcome plans for local vaccine manufacturing
Many Ghanaians have welcomed plans by government to establish local vaccine manufacturing as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s health security, improve access to life-saving vaccines, and reduce dependence on imports. The initiative, being championed through the National Vaccine Institute, seeks to advance Gh...
Benjamin Akyena Brantuo calls for National Cancer Authority and dedicated Cancer Fund
Author of “Dying Many Times” proposes coordinated national framework to transform cancer prevention, treatment and care in GhanaAccra, Ghana — 13 August 2026 Author and cancer-control advocate Benjamin Akyena Brantuo, speaking on Joy Prime ( https://youtu.be/Ad7p2T0HzSQ?si=fsauMEnv-VFR_S2B ) on Thursday, 13 August 2026...
533 admitted to Ghana Armed Forces College of Nursing and Midwifery
A total of 533 students have been admitted to the Ghana Armed Forces College of Nursing and Midwifery at 37 Military Hospital in Accra.