Category: Heath
Using marijuana may increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
New research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association suggests that using cannabis, regardless of the method – either by smok [...]
BBL surgery could lead to stroke or a stroke-like symptoms
The desire to achieve the perfect silhouette through Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery has captivated many, yet it's imperative to shed light on the [...]
Knowing your HIV/AIDS status at home using the test kits
In today's world, taking charge of our health has never been more crucial.
With the advent of home testing kits for various conditions, including [...]
Ghana Health Service has prescribed some measures amid harsh weather conditions
As Ghana grapples with harsh weather conditions characterized by dryness, dust, and elevated temperatures, the Ghana Health Service (GHS) has issued [...]
Ghana to introduce Non-Residents health insurance policy
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has started processes to enrol foreigners onto the National Health Insurance Scheme.
A Deputy [...]
Contraceptives could have health complications;. Health professional cautions the youth
The youth have been cautioned against the abuse of emergency contraceptives as it could have dire health implications on their reproductive health.&n [...]
Produce dialysis consumables in Ghana – Nsiah Asare to pharmaceutical companies
The President’s Advisor on Health, Dr. Anthony Nsiah Asare, is calling on pharmaceutical companies in the country to venture into the manufacturing o [...]
Korle Bu blames high taxes, removal of subsidies for 100% hike in dialysis cost
The Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has blamed the high cost of taxation for the recent increase in the cost of dialysis.
The hospital increased the co [...]
Ghana Airport Company fined ¢200K for failure to provide JoyNews with Frontiers Healthcare Services contract
The Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL) has been slapped with ¢200,000 fine by the Right to Information (RTI) Commission for failing to comply with [...]
Sickle cell disease awareness: Why genotype compatibility matters
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a hereditary blood disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, with a significant prevalence in regions like sub [...]