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NACP: HIV remains a generalised epidemic in Ghana2:50 pm - January 9, 2026
The National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) has raised alarm over rising HIV infections in Ghana, with new data showing disproportionately high prevalence among key populations, including female sex workers, men who have sex with men, and transgender women. Speaking on Breakfast Daily on Channel One TV on Friday, January 9, 2026, the Head of Prevention, […]
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Parkinson’s, Public Mockery and Our Humanity: A Reflection on Franklin Cudjoe9:11 pm - January 8, 2026
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Yesterday felt deeply un-Ghanaian. I cringed watching people circulate clips and hurl insults at Franklin Cudjoe over his hand gestures and movements during a TV interview. It was cruel, ignorant, and unnecessary. I kept asking myself: when will my uncle tell his own story? Parkinson’s is still poorly understood by many, and public figures often […]
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IMANI President Franklin Cudjoe opens up about living with Parkinson’s10:22 am - January 8, 2026
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The Founder and President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has disclosed that he has been living with Parkinson’s disease for the past eight years. In a personal post, Mr. Cudjoe said he had earlier revealed at the beginning of the year that he was managing a movement disorder, which he has now confirmed as Parkinson’s. […]
Nutrition
Nestle recalls some baby formula products over toxin fears8:08 am - January 6, 2026
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Nestle has recalled some baby formula products over concerns they contain a toxin which can cause food poisoning. The food and drink giant said specific batches of its SMA infant formula and follow-on formula were not safe to be fed to babies. It said the batches potentially contain cereulide, which can cause nausea and vomiting […]
Mental Health
UK: Patient told ‘stop crying’ at mental health unit7:14 pm - January 5, 2026
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A private mental health unit where patients were given out of date medication and a distressed woman was told by staff to “stop crying” has been ordered to improve. Cygnet Kenney House, on Wester Hill Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester, was given the warning by health watchdog the Care Quality Commission (CQC), for failing to meet […]
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Dr. Muri Raifu Donates Life-Changing Spinal Equipment to Ghana Health Service6:57 pm - January 5, 2026
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Dr. Muri Raifu, a Ghanaian neurosurgeon based in Beverly Hills, California, and Chief Executive Officer of Talamus Health, has donated specialized spinal equipment to the Ghana Health Service (GHS) to enhance neurosurgical care in the country. Presenting the items, Dr. Raifu explained that the advanced equipment is designed to support complex surgical procedures for patients […]
Nutrition
The myth of willpower – and why some people struggle to lose weight more than others1:42 pm - January 5, 2026
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“Fat people just need more self-control.” “It’s about personal responsibility.” “It’s simple, just eat less.” These were some of the 1,946 comments, posted by readers, beneath an article I wrote last year about weight-loss injections. The idea that obesity is simply a matter of willpower is held by a great many people – including some […]
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Five lifestyle tweaks to help you live well for longer12:39 pm - January 5, 2026
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Simple, science-backed changes you can make now to keep yourself healthier in later life. If you misplace your keys on a regular basis, you’re not alone. Increased forgetfulness is a common part of ageing and there is a widespread belief that our cognitive abilities will decline as we get older. But cognitive impairments are not […]
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Ghana urged to consider baby hatch system to save abandoned newborns12:16 pm - January 5, 2026
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Ashanti Regional Minister and medical doctor, Dr Frank Amoakohene, has called for a national conversation on the possible introduction of Safe Haven Baby Box, also known as Baby Hatch, systems in Ghana as a way to prevent unsafe abandonment of newborns. In a public commentary, Dr Amoakohene noted that in some countries, Safe Haven Baby […]
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