Frozen shoulder, medically known as adhesive capsulitis, is a painful condition that causes increasing stiffness and restricted movement in the shoulder joint. It develops when the capsule of connective tissue surrounding the shoulder becomes inflamed, thickened and tight. As space within the joint decreases, ordinary movements such as dressing, bathing or reaching overhead can become […]

A senior scientist at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research-Water Research Institute has called for immediate measures to control plastic pollution following the detection of microplastics in wild and farmed fish sampled from Ghanaian waters. Dr. Pennante Naa Ayikialey Bruce-Vanderpuije said the findings raise concerns about the health of aquatic ecosystems and the possible […]

The Global Mercy, described as the world’s largest purpose-built civilian hospital ship, has arrived at the Port of Tema to begin a 10-month humanitarian mission in partnership with the Government of Ghana. Operated by the international faith-based charity Mercy Ships, the floating hospital will provide free specialized surgeries and dental services to patients from across […]

The Food and Drugs Authority has cautioned farmers, traders and market vendors against using unapproved chemicals to accelerate the ripening of plantains, bananas, mangoes and other fresh produce. The warning follows renewed concerns about the suspected use of chemical agents to force fruits to ripen quickly ahead of market days. The practice allows sellers to […]

Global health agencies and research organizations have renewed calls for stronger action against malaria as Africa continues to carry an overwhelming share of the disease’s global burden. According to the World Health Organization’s latest estimates, the African Region accounted for approximately 94% of worldwide malaria cases and 95% of malaria-related deaths in 2024. Globally, an […]

Ghana has officially inaugurated an Artificial Intelligence for Health program aimed at accelerating the country’s digital healthcare transformation while addressing the potential risks AI could pose to human security. The project, titled “Harnessing Artificial Intelligence to Improve Health Outcomes in Ghana While Addressing Its Potential Risks Undermining Human Security,” is being implemented by the Ministry […]

A 16-year-old Ghanaian student based in New York has supported two basic schools in the Akuapem North Municipality with systems designed to provide pupils and teachers with safer and more reliable drinking water. Jahzara Boateng, a student of Saint Catharine Academy in New York, spearheaded the initiative after learning about the water and sanitation difficulties […]