August 14
Ghana: Renal Patient Association President Urges Government to Waive Taxes On Dialysis Consumables
The dialysis consumables, imported from Germany, were seized upon arrival due to unpaid taxes and associated fees, hindering their release and clearance. Read more »
July 22
Africa: Traditional Masculinity Ideology Putting Men's Health At Risk Over HIV Tests, Treatment
Men are far more likely to die from an HIV-related illness than women, even though women are becoming infected with HIV at a much faster rate. Read more »
July 15
Gambia: Gambia's Parliament Rejects Bill to Allow Female Genital Mutilation
When it was introduced in March, the bill was approved by a majority of MPs Read more »
Ghana: Nine Cases of Dengue Fever Confirmed in Eastern Region
The Health Service has urged enhanced surveillance and laboratory confirmation of all clinical malaria cases and advised the public on preventive measures. Read more »
July 10
Kenya: Kenya to Release Genetically Modified Mosquitoes to Fight Malaria
Nearly 3.42 million cases of malaria were confirmed in Kenya in 2022. Authorities believe leveraging genetic approaches can control the spread of malaria Read more »
June 24
Ghana: HIV Prevalence - Lack of Disclosure Among Couples Is a Key Factor
The Ghana AIDS Commission 2023 data also stated that Ghana had an estimated 334,095 HIV cases, comprising 115,891 male and 218,204 female patients. Read more »
June 20
Ghana: 17,774 New HIV Infections Were Recorded in 2023
The data showed that the HIV population increased by nine per cent between 2013 and 2023 and was expected to increase by 6.8 per cent by 2030. Read more »
June 18
Ghana: Health Ministry Ask Medical Lab Workers to Reconsider Strike Decision
Lab workers begun striking on Monday over long-standing absence of Conditions of Service Read more »
Ghana: Mandatory Health Insurance for Non-Resident Visitors an NHIA Proposal, Not Govt Policy, Says Health Minister
The Health Minister, Bernard Okoe Boye says the introduction of mandatory health insurance for non-resident visitors is a proposal by the National Health Insurance Authority… Read more »
June 17
Ghana: Ghana Rolls Out Health Insurance for Foreigners Next Month
It particularly targets foreigners with visas, and provisions are in place for those requiring visas on arrival to ensure they are included in the scheme Read more »
June 14
Ghana: Ghana Health Service Investigates Report of Patient 'Left in Bush to Die'
GHS has commenced investigations into the circumstances surrounding the abandoned woman's death. Read more »
Ghana: No HIV Drugs Locked At Port, Only Mosquito Nets - Health Ministry Clarifies
The Public Relations Officer (PRO) at the Ministry of Health, Isaac Offei Baah, has clarified that the medical supplies locked up at the Tema Port do not contain HIV or… Read more »
June 13
Ghana: Minority Gives Government 24 Hours to Clear Global Fund Consignment
"Therefore, Mr president, at least the right to health care is enshrined in the 1992 constitution and you should not continue to disgrace Ghana like you continue to do. So, we… Read more »
Ghana: Ghana Risks Losing Global Fund Support Over Delayed Medication Clearance
Ghana faces no a ban on receiving drug donation from the global fund due to the backlog of HIV and TB Drugs. Read more »
June 05
Ghana: Free Dialysis Session - Black Stars Commend NHIA
On the other hand, Dr. Aboagye thanked the team for their support and urged them to become advocates for the NHIA and the health sector. He also extended his best wishes for their… Read more »
June 04
Ghana: Dialysis Patients - NHIA to Cover Free Six Months Sessions
This initiative by the NHIA is a result of a recent price hike that left dozens of dialysis patients in an uncertain situation, forcing them to skip their life-saving treatments. Read more »
June 03
Ghana: Minority Leader Accuses BoG of Constructing New Residence for the Governor Amid Financial Losses
Minority Leader Dr. Ato Forson alleges that the Central Bank is constructing a multi-million residence for its Governor despite the Bank posting losses for two consecutive years Read more »
May 27
Ghana: NHIs Nears Collapse - Minority Urges Finance Minister to Release Funds
The Minority in Parliament has urged the Bawumia-led Economic Management Team, to direct the Finance Minister to release all pending payments to the National Health Insurance Fund… Read more »
May 21
Ghana: Astrazeneca Vaccine - 'No TTS Case Recorded', FDA Discloses
According to the FDA, the EUA process ensures a rigorous and expedited evaluation of safety, quality, and efficacy, allowing essential medical products to reach the public in a… Read more »
May 14
Ghana: Dialysis Patients in Crisis As Price Hike Puts Lives At Risk
The sudden increase in treatment costs has left them with an agonizing decision to make, one that feels like a cruel fate. The situation is a harsh reality for them to confront, a… Read more »
May 03
Ghana: 54% Ghanaian Workers Stressed at Work - New Gallup Report
Young workers and those in exclusively remote or hybrid work locations experience greater levels of stress Read more »
May 01
Ghana: Surgery Cases Were Cancelled Due to Limited Space, Not 'Dumsor' - Korle Bu
The national referral hospital assured their patients and the general public that they will prioritize their care and will continue to work to provide excellent services to address… Read more »
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