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“Turned Away to Die: Ghana’s ‘No Bed’...May 2, 2026
Policy, Sex Health
GHS Holds Inception Meeting to Develop Costed Plan to Reduce Neonatal Mortality9:02 pm - March 24, 2026
The Ghana Health Service, through its Family Health Division, has held an inception meeting to develop a Costed Implementation Plan (CIP) aimed at reducing neonatal mortality in Ghana. The meeting brought together key stakeholders to deliberate on the scope, purpose, priority areas, and expected outcomes of the plan, while also initiating technical inputs to guide […]
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Ghana Health Service Commissions Biomedical Engineering Workshop to Boost Healthcare Delivery10:39 am - March 23, 2026
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The Service has taken a step forward in healthcare delivery as it has officially commissioned a modern Biomedical Engineering Workshop at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital. The event, led by Dr Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, the Director-General of Service, marks a major milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts to strengthen health systems and improve service delivery. […]
Policy
Dr. Anna Safo-Adjei Urges Routine Dental Care for Pregnant Women to Reduce Risk of Premature Births5:34 pm - March 18, 2026
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Accra – Dr. Anna Safo-Adjei, a Senior Medical Officer and a Dentist at the Ofankor Government Hospital in Accra, has called on health policy makers to integrate oral health care into routine antenatal services for pregnant women. She made the appeal during an interview with Health Alert Ghana in Accra, highlighting research linking gum disease […]
Nutrition
Nutrition Week: GHS Calls for Reduced Sugary Foods and More Balanced Meals5:47 pm - March 17, 2026
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As part of activities to mark Nutrition and Hydration Week, the Ghana Health Service is encouraging individuals and families to reflect on their daily eating habits and make conscious efforts to adopt healthier lifestyles. The campaign seeks to raise awareness about the importance of balanced nutrition and proper hydration in maintaining overall health and preventing […]
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“No Bed Syndrome” Undermining Public Trust – Regional Minister Warns5:22 pm - March 17, 2026
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The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Hon. Rita Akweley Ocloo, has expressed concern about the growing public dissatisfaction with emergency healthcare services, particularly the persistent “no bed syndrome,” where critically ill patients are referred from one facility to another due to a lack of available beds. She noted that the situation has become a major concern […]
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Greater Accra Records Rise in Maternal Mortality, Calls for Stronger Health Collaboration4:13 pm - March 17, 2026
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The Greater Accra Regional Health Directorate has held its Annual Performance Review for 2025, bringing together key stakeholders in the health sector to assess progress, address persistent challenges, and propose practical solutions to improve healthcare delivery across the region. The meeting provided an important platform for health professionals, policymakers, and partners to reflect on the […]
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GHS/KOICA Launch Project to Improve RMNCAH+N Service Delivery in Ghana2:42 pm - March 12, 2026
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Ghana, in collaboration with the Korean Government is set to embark on a turnkey project aimed at improving the quality of reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, adolescent health and nutrition (RMNCAH+N) services in Ghana by the strengthening of Networks of Practice among health facilities. The project, titled “Improving Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health and Nutrition […]
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Ghana Health Service and Unilever Launch Partnership to Promote Oral Health1:19 pm - March 12, 2026
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The Ghana Health Service (GHS) and Unilever Ghana PLC have officially launched a collaboration aimed at promoting good oral health practices across the country. The launch took place at the GHS Headquarters at Pantang, bringing together officials from both institutions to strengthen efforts toward improving oral hygiene education and prevention. Delivering the welcome address, Chief […]
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Bole District Hospital Nurse Wins Two National Health Awards1:09 pm - March 10, 2026
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A Registered General Nurse at Bole District Hospital, Joshua Amele Dordoye, has been honoured with two prestigious national awards at the 2026 Ghana Medical Health Awards held in Accra.Mr Dordoye, who has 13 years of nursing experience, received the awards for Overall Health Personality of the Year and General Nurse of the Year in recognition […]
Nutrition
Obesity Now Affecting Even Children – Nutrition Expert Urges Urgent Action5:22 pm - March 5, 2026
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As Ghana joined the rest of the world on March 4th to mark World Obesity Day under the theme #8BillionReasons to Act on Obesity, a Nutrition Expert who serves as the Regional Health Nutrition Officer of the Central Region, Rachael Effe Asabo Mensah, has raised concerns about the rising rate of obesity in Ghana, warning […]
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