Heavy periods are a serious health issue – and Ghana's women deserve better care
Medical experts warn that heavy menstrual bleeding affects millions of women globally, yet remains under-researched and underdiagnosed, particularly in Africa.
MTN Foundation's 60-bed maternity facility transforms childbirth care in Keta
A new ultra-modern maternity block at Keta Municipal Hospital has slashed maternal deaths and improved outcomes for thousands of mothers and newborns since opening in March 2024.
Komfo Anokye's Sickle Cell Initiative Cuts Wait Times and Strengthens Patient Care in Kumasi
KATH's sickle cell project cuts wait times, improves access to care, and tackles stigma through community education.
Greater Accra Regional Hospital opens state-of-the-art diagnostic hub to ease imaging backlog
New facility brings MRI, CT scanners and mammography units under one roof, promising faster diagnosis for thousands.
Ghana's Health Minister Updates Asantehene on Specialised Healthcare Expansion Plans
Ghana's Health Ministry briefed the Asantehene on progress expanding specialised healthcare services and the role of traditional leadership.
Oxford Scientists Launch Human Trial for New Ebola Vaccine as DRC Outbreak Spreads
First volunteer receives experimental Ebola vaccine developed in eight weeks using proven COVID technology.
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Ghana's Health Advocates Celebrate Progress as AIDS Deaths Drop Across Africa
Civil society organisations hail a 1% decline in AIDS-related deaths, signalling modest but meaningful progress in the continent's HIV response.
African vaccine revolution: How South Africa's $15m expansion could reshape health security across the continent
Major investment in South African vaccine maker signals shift towards African self-sufficiency in critical health solutions.
Holiday Health Alert: Ghanaian Doctors warn parents of spike in preventable childhood illnesses during vacation season
Pediatric Society of Ghana cautions families about rising cases of burns, malaria and flu during school holidays.
Ghana Medical Trust Fund Expands Critical Care Access as Governance Framework Takes Shape
Ghana Medical Trust Fund supports dozens of patients with critical interventions whilst establishing transparent systems and technical capacity.
Ghana distributes 24,000 medical equipment units as free primary healthcare policy takes root
Government deploys equipment, mobile clinics and screening programmes to expand healthcare access in underserved districts.
DR Congo Ebola outbreak reaches 1,000 deaths in record time; Africa CDC warns of global threat
Nearly 1,000 deaths confirmed in DRC's Bundibugyo outbreak since May, escalating faster than any previous strain.