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July 30, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

Hepatitis B: Key Facts, Prevention, and Management

Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). This virus attacks the liver, leading to inflammation, and can cause serious health problems if not...

July 25, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

The Health Risks and Dangers of Vaping

Vaping has become a popular alternative to smoking, often perceived as a safer option. However, a closer look reveals that vaping poses its own set of health risks. E-liquids...

July 25, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

Understanding Malaria: Key Facts and Prevention

Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease caused by parasites transmitted through the bites of infected mosquitoes. It primarily affects tropical and subtropical regions, posing a significant public...

July 20, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

KNUST Study Identifies Key Risk Factors for Diabetes and Hypertension in Rural Ghana

A study by researchers from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has revealed important findings on diabetes and hypertension risk factors in rural Ghana. Published in the...

June 30, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

Cannabis Tops Africa’s Drug Use as Continent Becomes Key Trafficking Hub, UN Report Reveals

Cannabis, commonly known as marijuana or weed, is the most used and trafficked drug in Africa, according to the 2024 World Drug Report. The report also highlights the growing...

June 30, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

Promoting Kidney Health

Kidney diseases are a significant global health concern, encompassing a variety of conditions that impair the kidneys’ essential functions. These organs play crucial roles in filtering waste products from...

June 28, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

Understanding Jaundice in Babies

Jaundice, a condition characterized by yellowing of the skin and eyes in newborns, stems from elevated bilirubin levels in the blood, a byproduct of red blood cell breakdown. This...

June 27, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

The Latest Ghana Human Development Report Highlights Healthcare Professional Exodus

Titled ‘The Future Value of Work in Ghana,’ the latest report has uncovered a significant challenge: 24% of trained nurses and 50% of doctors in Ghana have migrated abroad...

June 22, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

Ghana AIDS Commission Director Highlights Higher HIV Risk for Women

Dr. Steve Kyeremeh Atuahene, the Director General of the Ghana AIDS Commission, highlighted that females are more vulnerable to HIV infections than males. Data from 2023 shows more new...

June 10, 2024
Louisa Afful
Health

The Brain Drain Dilemma in Ghana: Effects and Solutions

Louisa Afful -Winneba In recent years, Ghana has faced a significant challenge that threatens its development and prosperity: brain drain. This phenomenon, characterized by the emigration of highly skilled...