Health
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Study shows super foods that may help reverse memory loss in elderly
A new study suggests that the intake of flavanol-rich foods like green tea, apples, and berries can help reverse memory loss. According to the study, insufficient amounts of flavanols can hamper ment…
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Supreme Court cancels out law that allowed government to impose restrictions during Covid-19
The Supreme Court has struck out the law that allowed President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to impose restrictions as part of the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. The government at the height …
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Study shows more obese teens, children going under knife to lose weight
A new study published Tuesday has revealed that more and more US teens and children are undergoing bariatric surgeries to lose weight, making it a common and easy way to deal with the problem. The da…
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[Pressing Issues] Pharmacist points out the misuse of contraceptives by teenagers
Pharmacist Ebenezer Akowuah recently voiced deep concern over the escalating misuse of birth control pills among teenagers, emphasizing the need for immediate attention to tackle this issue. Akowuah …
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Rabies disease outbreak looms in Ashanti Region – Veterinary Service warns
Veterinary Health Directorate in the Ashanti Region has warned residents over possible outbreak of rabies disease in the region. According to the directorate, residents in the region are at alarming …
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Narcotics Control Commission seizes cannabis worth $127k at KIA Cargo Terminal
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has made a cannabis burst worth $127,000 at the cargo terminal of the Kotoka International Airport. The burst was made on May 23 and the consignment was desti…
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Study shows female have more chances to die after heart attack than men
A recent study found that women have double the chances to die after a heart attack than men, The Independent reported. According to the researchers, the findings of the study highlight that more aw…
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Data discloses that mental cases increasing in Ghana
Schizophrenia, a mental health disorder, is on the rise in Ghana, with 8,446 people presenting with the condition as of the end of March this year [2023]. From 19,856 persons who presented for help w…
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Paediatric society warns parents about rise in neonatal jaundice cases
The Paediatric Society of Ghana has advised parents to be on the lookout for neonatal jaundice in babies. Keeping newborn babies indoors for up to seven days is common in Ghana. A senior nursing offi…
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Two fresh babies dead, 3 in severe condition over power cut in St Anne’s hospital
Two babies have died while three more are in critical condition at St. Anne’s Hospital in Damongo due to power disconnection to the facility by the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo). …