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Babies born without nose, ears or eyes in Aowin District: The tragic legacy of insensitive government – William Boadi of EAI.

In the heart of Ghana’s Aowin district, a humanitarian crisis is unfolding, one that cuts deeper than environmental degradation or economic loss. Babies are born without essential facial features—eyes, noses, and ears. The cause? Rampant illegal mining, known as *galamsey*, has devastated the region. Toxic chemicals from mining, including mercury and cyanide, have contaminated the […]

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Residents celebrate Kwabre East Constituency Parliamentary Candidate for organizing free health screening program for two communities.

By King Amoah The Parliamentary Candidate for Kwabre East Constituency in the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (Npp) in the Ashanti region, Mr Akwai Gyamfi Onyina-Acheampong over the weekend organized a free health screening program aimed at benefiting about 600 residents from two communities namely Antoa and Meduma within his constituency. Besides the exercise […]

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Stakeholder reactions and community support for Mahama’s new children hospital idea.

By Anthony Obeng Afranie The announcement of John Mahama’s ambitious plan to establish a 500-bed specialist children’s hospital in Accra has ignited a wave of reactions from various stakeholders and the community at large. Health professionals, parents, and local advocacy groups have expressed overwhelming support for the initiative, viewing it as a critical step towards […]

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Queenmothers urged to take active roles in discouraging teenage pregnancy.

By King Amoah In a heartfelt appeal, Juliet Oforiwa, a Kumasi-based midwife, has called upon Queen Mothers across Ghana to step into the forefront in the fight against teenage pregnancy. Speaking to the correspondent in an interview, Oforiwa believes that these influential women, who hold esteemed positions in their communities can significantly impact public health […]

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Mahama’s vision: Affordable health facilities for all women in Ghana.

In a nation where the journey to motherhood can be fraught with challenges, former President John Mahama’s vision for affordable fertility care in Ghana emerges as a transformative beacon of hope for women across the country. With fertility issues affecting countless families and stigmas surrounding reproductive health often leaving many in silence, Mahama’s commitment seeks […]

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Understanding Ghana’s COVID-19 tax: A call for clarity and accountability.

By King Amoah As Ghana continues to navigate the post-pandemic landscape, many citizens are raising concerns about the government’s decision to impose a COVID-19 tax. Originally introduced as a temporary measure to address the financial strain caused by the pandemic, this tax has sparked significant debate among the populace. Citizens are questioning its necessity now […]