Ghanaians are eating more fast food ‑ here’s why
We argue that it’s imperative that public health policies should be directed towards giving health and nutrition information about fast food
Illegal mining threatens medicinal plants – Expert warns
Dr Prince Mawutor, a researcher at the Centre for Plant Medicine Research, has warned that illegal mining and toxic chemicals are threatening medicinal plants and public health. He said the destruction of forests and contamination of soil and water bodies are reducing the availability, quality and safety of medicinal plants used in healthcare. Dr […]
Pesticides and cancer: Study reveals the biological mechanisms behind an environmental health risk
This is the first time we have been able to link pesticide exposure, on a national scale, to biological changes suggesting an increased risk of cancer,”
Funding gaps, misconceptions hindering herbal medicine growth – Centre calls for urgent support
“At the very least, check for the FDA registration number and other essential details to authenticate the product,” he advised.
Obesity is on the rise in Africa: 5 essential reads on what to do
Rina Swart, Makoma Bopape and Tamryn Frank advocate that countries in sub-Saharan Africa should regulate the food industry better