Health

I regret bleaching my skin — Veteran highlife artiste

He may have enjoyed all the accolades and attention at the height of his career, but if there is anything that veteran Highlife artiste...

Stephanie Benson shares old photo to give people battling cancer hope

Ghana-United Kingdom-based singer, Stephanie Benson, has taken to social media to urge sick people who are fighting cancer to never give up. Sharing a four-year-old...

5 reasons why shrimps must be part of your diet

The ease in which shrimps can be included in numerous meals makes their consumption an easy task, whether you prefer frying grilling or even...

Proper eating habits for improved sleep

Few things feel as good as waking up rested and energised after a great sleep. But for many of us, that’s hard to come...

Cape Coast Teaching Hospital officially granted license to operate

The Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) has granted the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital the accreditation to formally and legally operate as a Teaching Hospital. The...

Presidential Advisor on Health sends message to NDC over COVID-19 Trust Fund [Listen]

JoyNews/AdomNews · Presidential Advisor on Health sends message to NDC over COVID-19 Trust Fund Presidential Advisor on Health, Dr Anthony Nsiah-Asare, has responded to the...

Second wave of coronavirus: Dr Nsiah-Asare states country’s position [Listen]

JoyNews/AdomNews · Second wave of coronavirus: Dr Nsiah Asare states country’s position Presidential Advisor on Health, Dr Anthony Nsiah-Asare, has said the country is not...

12 of the biggest myths about Afro hair debunked by the experts

It’s no secret that afro and curly hair can be very complex to navigate around. Methods to manage it have evolved so much, from the box braids to...

CDC shortens quarantine period to 10 days with no symptoms

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is shortening the recommended quarantine period from 14 days after a person has been exposed to the coronavirus, offering...

5 health benefits of eating cashew nut

The nut is used to make delectable and rich curries and also roasted and eaten dry. This tiny kidney bean-shaped nut is the powerhouse of...

4 relevant medical tests to take before marriage

Marriage is a commitment for life and whether it is arranged or love, it is important to take a few tests to avoid problems...

U.N. reclassifies Cannabis as a less dangerous drug

A United Nations commission voted on Wednesday to remove cannabis for medicinal purposes from a category of the world’s most dangerous drugs, a highly...

Indomie, MoMo cause of rising teenage pregnancies – Research

A new research conducted by Star Ghana Foundation has revealed the love and desperation for Indomie, mobile money and social media addiction by young...

Ambulance services readies to attend to eventualities on December 7

The National Ambulance Services on Tuesday assured to attend to all possible eventualities that would happen during Election 2020. EMT Boateng Adu Marfo, the Sunyani...

Covid-19 patients escape death as fire guts Korle-Bu ICU

Fire has gutted the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. Reports indicate an electrical fault in a socket within the ward caused...

5 health benefits of mango seed

Mango is known to have various health benefits and not just the fruit, its seed, flower and the bark, all of them are said...

Palm Wine: The health benefits of this drink will amaze you

There is nothing that is as beneficial to our health than the various gifts of nature. Unarguably, palm wine is one of them. Palm wine...

Nsiah-Asare commissions Dompa CHPS compound, presents medical equipment to 3 facilities at Bosome Freho

On Friday November 26, Dr Anthony Nsiah-Asare, Presidential Advisor on Health, commissioned Dompa CHPS compound and handed over medical equipment to three health facilities...

FDA sensitises public to ban smoking in public places

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has sensitised traders, drivers and consumers on the law banning smoking in public places such as the market...

5 health benefits of passion fruit

Passion fruits are tropical fruits found in many tropical climate zones globally. They have over 500 variations and come in different names. Their popularity...

Govt to begin COVID-19 cash transfers to vulnerable households

The government is set to begin the transfer of Covid-19 relief cash to specific vulnerable individuals and households across the country. The intervention, targeted at...

Bitter Kola: The 7 health benefits of this plant are incredible

It is said that the best of medicines come with a bitter taste: Undeniably, bitter kola is one of them. The usage of bitter kola...

4 natural remedies to get rid of nausea

The uneasy nauseous feeling and vomiting sensation can spoil your mood and make you want to stay in bed for the entire day. Whether you...

Ghana’s active Covid-19 cases drop to 775

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) says the country has witnessed a decline in the number of active Covid-19 cases. According to the Director-General of the...

4 health benefits of walking barefoot

The importance of walking barefoot, sometimes, cannot be overemphasized, because making an effort to spend more time barefoot in nature can provide the human...

Palm Kernel Oil: The health benefits of this organic product are priceless

The palm tree is arguably the richest tree on earth when it comes to natural endowments. It is blessed with a lot of priceless...

Ghana ready to adopt COVID-19 vaccine — Dr Nsiah-Asare

The Presidential Advisor on Health, Dr Anthony Nsiah-Asare, has said the country is ready to adopt COVID-19 vaccines. However, only vaccines that have been tested...

First Akan Presidential debate: Akua Donkor’s juicy package for trainee teachers, nurses

The Founder and Leader of the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP), Akua Donkor, has pledged her commitment to pay trainee nurses' allowance if voted into...

4 health benefits of drinking lime juice during pregnancy

It’s essential to drink at least eight 8-ounce glasses of fluid a day, including water. If you don’t like the taste of plain water, you...

Covid-19 vaccine developed by University of Oxford is 70% effective, large scale trial shows

The coronavirus vaccine, developed by the University of Oxford, is highly effective at stopping people from developing Covid-19 symptoms, a large trial shows. Interim data...

Coronavirus: Ghana’s active cases drop

Ghana’s active Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases have seen a slight decline in the last week. As of Friday, November 13, the number of active cases stood...

Maggie Wealthy Foundation, Ghana’s High Commissioner to Canada, Krowor MP organize free health screening

A non-governmental organization, Maggie Wealthy Foundation, together with Ghana's High Commissioner to Canada, Nii Ayikoi Otoo has organized a free health screening for...

Irregular periods? Here are 6 causes of the menace

A woman will, on average, get her period for three to seven days once a month (every 30 days or so). After menstruating for...

5 reasons why cabbage should be a compulsory part of your diet

Cabbage is densely packed with nutrients, including vital minerals and vitamins. It contains four major antioxidants. These are choline, beta-carotene, lutein, and quercetin. Choline can...

5 kitchen ingredients that you can use for pink lips

Lighten your dark lips by rubbing a slice of cucumber firmly on lips for the juice to soak on. Apply Cucumber Juice If you repeat it...

Coronavirus: Free test at KIA for children between five and 12 years

Effective Monday, November 16, children between the ages of five and 12 years will henceforth enjoy free mandatory Covid test upon arrival at the...

2,180 Ghanaian kids contract coronavirus

A report launched by Child Rights International has revealed that 2,180 children have contracted COVID-19 as of November 9, 2020. The Executive Director of Child...

Coronavirus: Western North Minister commends Zoomlion

Waste management expert, Zoomlion Ghana Limited (ZGL) has been rated high in its continuous efforts to support the government’s fight against the coronavirus (Covid-19)...

Free Covid test at KIA for children between 5 to 12 years

Effective Monday, November 16, children between the ages of 5-12 years will henceforth enjoy free mandatory Covid test upon arrival at Kotoka International Airport. However,...

Prof. Gyampo makes shocking revelation about coronavirus cases in Ghana

Senior lecturer at the Political Science Department of the University of Ghana, Prof. Ransford Yaw Gyampo has made a shocking revelation about COVID-19 cases...