Health
ECOWAS countries sign a declaration to commit to Universal Health Coverage
The Accra Declaration also focused on collaboration to develop traditional medicine as an alternative source of therapy
Health
Periodically Screen Your Children’s Eyes – Principal Optometrist Advises
Children’s eye screening must be a periodic health activity to save them from future complications, Dr Alfred Gardemor
Health
Ghana: MDC Rolls Out Mandatory Examination Policy for Health Professional
The Medical and Dental Council (MDC) has begun its policy that makes it impossible for trained doctors to sit the mandatory registration
Alternative Medicine
Regular Intake Of “Sobolo”, Hibiscus Sabdariffa may Help Combat Primary Hypertension
The number of reported new cases of hypertension in outpatient public health facilities in Ghana increased more than ten-fold
Health
Pharmacist warns women of the risks of vagina wash
The use of vaginal wash and feminine hygiene products can lead to bacterial infections and subsequently increase the risk
Alternative Medicine
Ghana: Health Expert Calls for Promotion of Naturopathic Medicine
Immediate past Director of Healthcare Services-West African Health Organisation, Dr Kofi Busia, has called for the promotion of naturopathic medicine
Alternative Medicine
Theobromine, a chemical from the “food of the gods”
Concerning its activity, it is reported to be a respiratory stimulant agent, smooth muscle relaxant, vasodilator, myocardial stimulant, and diuretic
Global
Social media break improves mental health, according to a new study
Of course, social media is a part of life and for many people, it’s an indispensable part of who they are and how they interact with others.
Health
Kenyans Urged to Avoid Eating Indomie Over Contamination Reports
In addition, it urged all supermarkets and retailers to voluntarily get the product off the shelf for a couple of weeks as tests are conducted.
Health
Herbal combo boosts immunity, red blood cells
Sorghum bicolor grain is higher in protein and lower in fat content than corn and this is partly responsible for its haemopoietic ability.
Health
Doctors endorse herbal drug as ‘cure’ for COVID-19
Doctors have, in clinical trials, demonstrated that a blend of three local plants- King of bitters, bitter kola and guava- could be safely used to prevent
Health
2022 mass drug administration against neglected tropical diseases launched
According to the GHS, this formed part of processes to eliminate Onchocerciasis (oncho) and Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) by 2030.
