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GIZ implements three-year pandemic management projects in Ghana
The German Development Cooperation (GIZ) has successfully concluded two pandemic management projects implemented in Ghana over the past three years.
Funded through the develoPPP programme on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for…
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Visionary Norman Foundation, Medicare Foundation host health fair and blood drive
The Visionary Norman Foundation and Medicare Foundation on Saturday, November 2, 2024 hosted a significant Health Fair and Blood Drive in Adabraka, Accra.
With the backing of the National Blood Service Ghana and the Ghana Institute of…
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Side effects of not having sex for a long time
Celibacy refers to the practice of not having sex. Having sex regularly may have some health benefits, such as for the cardiovascular system.
However, there is no right amount of sex to have.
Not having sex for a long time should not…
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‘Stop Ironing Breasts’
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Breast Care International (BCI), has cautioned parents and guardians against the harmful practice of pressing young girls' breasts.
She highlighted the dangerous belief some people held that pressing…
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Men and women process pain differently, study finds
In a new study evaluating meditation for chronic lower back pain, researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have discovered that men and women utilize different biological systems to relieve pain.
While men…
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Six fruits that help with cramps
Do you experience intense period cramping? Cramps are not only painful but also usually associated with fatigue and interfere with your ability to move around and go through your daily routines.
If regular medication isn’t enough to help…
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Basic first aid skills everyone should learn
Having knowledge of basic first aid skills could save someone’s life or your own life. These skills are easy to learn and recall in emergency situations.
Basic skills like CPR, setting a splint, and stopping bleeding in dire situations,…
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Revitalizing HIV/AIDS Awareness: The Power of “If It’s Not On, It’s Not In !”
The previously widespread slogan "If it’s not on, it’s not in!" was a significant reminder in the battle against HIV/AIDS. It highlighted the critical role of safe sex practices, especially condom usage, in preventing the transmission of…
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Lordina Mahama urges Ghanaians to prioritise regular health screenings
Former First Lady, Lordina Mahama, is encouraging people to prioritise regular health screenings.
She stressed that early detection can help identify health issues before they escalate, ultimately supporting healthier communities and…
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Task Force to enforce Cholera safety measures at public events in Ada
A joint task force comprising the Police, Ghana Health Service (GHS), and the Ada District Assemblies has started a special operation, targeting public gatherings in the Ada area to enforce new health directives in response to a recent…
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