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The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has renewed calls for widespread genotype testing and expanded newborn screening as part of efforts to reduce the growing burden of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) across the country. The appeal was made as Ghana joined the global observance of World Sickle Cell Day on June 19, 2026, under the national […]

The Ghanaian legal community and thousands of social media users are mourning the untimely passing of 26-year-old lawyer Sara Araba Tettey, who reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest while celebrating Ghana’s dramatic World Cup victory over Panama. Her sudden death has sparked an outpouring of grief across the country, with many paying tribute to her promising […]

Colorectal cancer is a form of cancer that begins in the colon (large intestine) or the rectum, the final section of the digestive tract. Because cancers that develop in these two areas share many biological characteristics and treatment approaches, they are collectively referred to as colorectal cancer. Today, colorectal cancer is the third most commonly […]

For millions of people living with high blood pressure, improving heart health may begin with a simple change at the dinner table. Nutrition experts and clinical dietitians say magnesium-rich foods can play a significant role in lowering blood pressure by helping blood vessels relax and improving overall cardiovascular function. While magnesium is not a replacement […]

Debibi United have officially confirmed that head coach Isaac Nii Armah will remain in charge of the team as they prepare for their maiden campaign in the Ghana Premier League (GPL). The decision comes after the club’s remarkable promotion run from the Division One League, with management opting for continuity by rejecting external interest in […]

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is facing a rapidly escalating public health emergency as the country’s latest Ebola outbreak continues to spread through conflict-affected eastern provinces. According to figures released by the DRC Ministry of Health and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the outbreak has resulted in 363 confirmed […]

Magnesium has become one of the most popular dietary supplements in the world, praised for everything from improving sleep and easing muscle cramps to supporting heart health and brain function. But what actually happens inside your body when you take a magnesium supplement? As an essential mineral involved in more than 300 enzymatic reactions, magnesium […]

Frontline healthcare workers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are raising alarm over a rapidly expanding Ebola outbreak that they say is becoming increasingly difficult to contain. With suspected infections approaching 1,000 and more than 230 reported deaths, international health authorities are intensifying efforts to prevent the disease from spreading further across the region. […]

The United States government has expanded its emergency Ebola-related travel restrictions, temporarily suspending entry for lawful permanent residents — commonly known as Green Card holders — who have recently traveled through the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Uganda, or South Sudan. The move comes amid growing concerns over the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Central and […]

The Ministry of Health (MoH) has successfully recruited 6,245 nurses and midwives out of 6,500 available positions in what officials describe as one of Ghana’s largest and most competitive nationwide health sector employment exercises in recent years. The announcement was made by ministry officials on May 18, 2026, following the completion of a recruitment process […]

Ghana Health Service Intensifies Push for Genotype Testing and Newborn Screening to Combat Sickle Cell Disease

Young Ghanaian Lawyer Sara Araba Tettey Dies After Medical Emergency During World Cup Celebrations

Understanding Colorectal Cancer: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and the Importance of Early Screening

How Magnesium-Rich Foods Can Help Lower Blood Pressure Naturally

Debibi United Retain Coach Isaac Nii Armah Ahead of Historic Ghana Premier League Debut

Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Reaches Critical Stage as Conflict, Hunger, and Funding Shortages

Taking magnesium supplement and how your body reacts to it

Doctors Warn Ebola Outbreak in DRC Is Escalating as Cases Near 1,000

U.S. Expands Ebola Travel Restrictions to Include Green Card Holders From Three Countries

Ministry of Health Recruits Over 6,200 Nurses and Midwives in Nationwide Employment Drive

2026 Mid-Year Budget: More Funding for Flood Control

Bam Bam Says Ghana’s Film Industry Takes a More Deliberate Approach Than Nollywood

Ghanaians Lose Nearly GH¢300,000 to Fake Restaurant Scams in First Half of 2026, CSA Warns