Health

Mallam Gbawe schools unveil modern hand-washing stand [Photos]

Mallam Gbawe Cluster of Schools in Accra has unveiled a hand-washing sink stationed at the school campus donated and mounted by Dettol. This initiative is...

‘I inherited dad’s cancer and feel guilty I may have passed it onto my girls’

Laura Palmer-Hukins was just a few weeks pregnant with her second daughter when her dad was diagnosed with bowel cancer – the disease that...

5 home remedies to get rid of eczema naturally

Eczema generally appears on the hands, feet, face, legs, or the inner creases of knees and elbows. Although studies are yet to confirm the...

Here are all the ways bleaching destroys your skin and health

The appeal of lighter skin may seem irresistible but here are the hidden dangers of bleaching creams and why you're doing more harm than...

Akumaa Mama Zimbi honoured, selected as face of American Rejuvenation Clinic

Ace broadcaster and television hostess, Akumaa Mama Zimbi, has received recognition as the champion of women issues for her activism and strong defender of...

Should fruit be eaten before or after meals? Find out here

Fruits are an important part of a healthy and well-balanced diet. They are low in calories and fat but high in fibre. They also contain...

Teacher battling for her life over polio appeals for help [Video]

https://youtu.be/YRHlOp7XCp4 She was a sprouting, lively toddler and all was well until she was knocked down by polio aged two but the challenges did not...

The 8 things your eyes can tell you about your health

Being able to see helps us carry out our daily activities but it's something many of us can take for granted. Many people say that...

Sunyani records 321 HIV cases within six months

The Sunyani Municipal Health Directorate has raised alarm about the increasing rate of HIV infections in the area. From January to June 2021 alone,...

GHS reacts to WHO’s approval of vaccines for children under 5

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has said the widespread approval of malaria vaccines for children under five will be a major game-changer in the...

Eleven natural foods that increase testosterone levels in men

Medical science marches on, and we continue to make new discoveries about aging and how we can help fend of some of the effects...

Ghana Free Zones Authority CEO leads staff on Breast Cancer awareness campaign

The Ghana Free Zones Authority (GFZA) has put together series of events aimed at sensitising employees and the general public about early detection, treatment,...

Best and worst foods for vagina wellness

The vagina uses natural secretions, immune defences, and “good” bacteria to keep itself healthy. Eating a healthful, balanced diet might also further prevent infections and...

Why chew gum before sex? Here’s why it’s a bad habit

Contrary to what you might think, you don't want to make this mistake. Your breath may smell minty fresh, but in time, you'll be...

Onion Water: Why you should start using this now

Benefits of using this onion extract range from therapeutic to medicinal. Onion water is a homemade extract gotten from either blending and straining onions...

Ghana receives Pfizer covid-19 vaccines from US [Photos]

Ghana has taken delivery of over 1.3 million doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine donated by the United States (US) government through the COVAX facility....

How eating too much sugar affects your vagina, sex

What you eat affects almost every single part of your body. Foods rich in carbs, sugars and processed foods that are loaded with artificial sugars...

‘I told medics my baby wasn’t moving but they failed to act – two days later he died in the womb’

A heartbroken mum has revealed how her baby boy was stillborn two days after telling medics she couldn't feel him moving anymore. Helen Brotherton was...

UK govt removes restrictions on fully vaccinated Ghanaians

Ghana has been recognised as one of 37 new countries whose fully vaccinated nationals can enter the United Kingdom (UK) without any restriction. Fully vaccinated...

Mahama reacts to WHO’s approval of malaria vaccine

Former President John Mahama is elated that the World Health Organisation (WHO) has approved the new malaria vaccine for widespread use. In a post on...

UN endorses world’s 1st malaria vaccine as ‘historic moment’

The World Health Organization on Wednesday endorsed the world's first malaria vaccine and said it should be given to children across Africa in the...

Here’s what happens to your body if you stop wearing underwear

For many, deciding to stop wearing underwear may seem like an odd choice. After all, to some, wearing underwear is as much of a routine...

Good news as Ghana receives additional 532,000 doses of AstraZeneca [Photos]

The Ministry of Information has announced the arrival of over 532,000 additional doses of AstraZeneca COVID19 vaccines. The vaccines are from the governments of Iceland, Denmark, Norway,...

The pursuit of a banging body

Most ladies are in pursuit of the ideal body type. The prevailing ideal body right now is a flat tummy, shapely hips, large buttocks, and...

FDA cautions against injectable glutathione and skin lightening agents

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has warned that it has not approved any injectable glutathione or injectable skin lightening agents for use in...

Cloth facemasks are less protective against Covid-19 – Health Experts

As the world keeps exploring ways to keep the Covid-19 infection under control, some health experts have argued that cloth masks are less protective...

The 8 signs your ‘innocent’ heartburn is something more serious

HEARTBURN is something that afflicts millions every day. It is usually harmless and will go away within a day - causing an uncomfortable afternoon. But sometimes...

The causes and remedies to dark inner thighs

These are the reasons why your inner thighs are dark and some home remedies to lighten them. Having your thighs darker than the rest of...

Covid symptoms: Is it a cold or coronavirus?

More knowledge is being learned about coronavirus and what symptoms people should act on. The NHS says people should look out for classic Covid symptoms: A...

Covid-19: Akosombo Int’l School records new cases

At least 24 students of the Akosombo International School have been moved to a hotel at Atimpoku for isolation after testing positive for Covid-19....

Clinically obese woman sheds 69kg for 30th birthday

A woman, who has been clinically obese since she was six years old, has lost 69.8kg in time to celebrate her 30th birthday. Leanne Kendellen,...

Frytol donates GHC100, 000 to National Cardiothoracic Centre

As part of Frytol Healthy Heart Campaign to create more awareness on the need to maintain a healthy lifestyle and a healthy heart, Wilmar...

Ambulance carrying patient involved in accident [Photos]

An ambulance driver, carrying an 80-year-old woman, has been involved in an accident on the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange in Accra. The accident reportedly occurred on...

5 unexpected side effects of drinking hot water too frequently

It’s of popular knowledge that drinking hot water has a long list of benefits, however frequent intake has several side effects. Most people think drinking...

KNUST scientists lead clinical trial of ‘Nibima’ for COVID-19 treatment

Scientists (investigators) at the Department of Clinical Microbiology, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), are leading the clinical trial of “Nibima”, a...

‘Airport monthly disinfection operation must be sustained’

Zoomlion Ghana Limited (ZGL) has underscored the need to sustain the monthly airports’ disinfection exercise against the novel coronavirus disease (Covid-19). According to the waste...

COVID vaccination soon to be requirement for entry of markets – Association declares

Very soon, entering a market in Accra will be based on whether you have taken COVID-19 jab or not. This is according to the...

Having sex more than 3 times a week can cause ‘overdrive’ in men – Doctor warns [Video]

Medical practitioner, Dr George Donkor, has cautioned men not to have sex more than three times a week. According to him, it is one...

5 reasons why eating watermelon should be a routine

Watermelon is a delicious and refreshing fruit that's also good for you. The healthy or beneficial effects of watermelon are mainly derived from its...

Save lives by frequently donating blood – Jumia Ghana calls on Ghanaians

Ghana experienced a shortage of over 111,000 units of blood in 2020, representing more than 39.7% of national demand. This means that thousands of Ghanaians...