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Mobile app developed to improve eye health
A mobile application designed to revolutionise vision screening and eye health awareness in the country has been officially launched in Accra, marking a significant milestone in leveraging technology for improved healthcare delivery. The Eye Focus app, developed by AccessPlus Communications Limited, was unveiled at a c...
Tiger Nuts and Male Sexual Health: What does the science really say?
Tiger nuts (Cyperus esculentus) have been enjoyed for centuries in many parts of Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. Despite their name, tiger nuts are not actually nuts. They are small edible tubers with a naturally sweet flavour and a chewy texture. For a very long-time tiger nuts have had a reputation as a natural...
GHS confirms over 1000 cases of Mpox
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed four new cases of Mpox, bringing the national tally to 1,062 as of April 11, 2026.
Excess alcohol consumption raising cancer risk in Ghana – Prof Calys-Tagoe
Professor Benedict Calys-Tagoe, Head of the Department of Community Health at the University of Ghana Medical School (UGMS), has warned that excessive alcohol consumption is a major lifestyle factor driving cancer cases in Ghana. Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show during a discussion on cancer care in the country, Prof Calys...
First batch of Ghanaian health workers set for Jamaica deployment in June
Ghana and Jamaica are set to deepen healthcare cooperation as the two countries move to finalise a bilateral labour agreement that will see Ghanaian health professionals deployed to the Caribbean nation beginning next month. Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, disclosed that all technical, legal and diplomatic...
GMTF engages Regional Ministers to deepen nationwide awareness campaign
The Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) has intensified efforts to build nationwide awareness of its mandate by engaging Regional Ministers ahead of a series of stakeholder consultations aimed at educating Ghanaians and expanding access to healthcare for patients living with chronic diseases. The high-level meeting, held a...
GHS confirms over 1000 cases of Mpox
The Ghana Health Service (Ghana Health Service) has confirmed four new cases of Mpox, bringing the national tally to 1,062 as of April 11, 2026. No hospital admissions have been recorded, while the death toll remains at eight. Health authorities say surveillance is ongoing across all 16 regions, with teams monitoring i...
Health workers’ refusal of postings to Krachi West undermines healthcare delivery – Krachi Health Director
Health workers’ refusal to accept postings to the Krachi West Municipality in the Oti Region is undermining healthcare delivery, the Municipal Health Director, Victor Ahiaba, has warned.
Free Primary healthcare to cover basic services at no cost – Health Minister
The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has clarified that government’s proposed free primary healthcare policy will provide preventive, promotive and basic curative services at no cost to Ghanaians.
From unsafe sanitation to thriving businesses: How SNV is changing lives in Nandom
For years, families in the Nandom Municipality lived with a daily reality of unsafe sanitation, unreliable water supply and limited economic opportunities.
Ghana needs GH₵1.2bn annually to deliver free primary healthcare – Mintah Akandoh
The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has indicated that the government will need a minimum of GH₵1.2 billion each year to implement its Free Primary Healthcare policy, highlighting the scale of investment required to reform healthcare delivery across the country.
Keta Municipal Hospital crowned best in Volta Region
The Keta Municipal Hospital has emerged as the overall Best Hospital in the Volta Region, a feat that has brought pride to the municipality.