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WHO cautions on possible new COVID-19 surge
The World Health Organisation (WHO) Country Representative in Ghana, Dr. Francis Kasolo, has asked the country to prepare for a possible surge in COVID-19 cases, as has been seen in some countries around the globe.
He said although the…
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Medical practitioners explore the origin of HIV
The ninth episode of the Vodafone Healthline Series explored the origin of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).
Medical Practitioners admitted that even though researchers have linked HIV to the Simian Immunodeficiency Virus (SIV) in…
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10 facts to know about the current monkeypox outbreak?
When supposedly eradicated infections keep creeping up, we need to reassess their threat to global health security.
There is a need for researchers and epidemiologists to abreast themselves with what we already know about Monkeypox while…
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Five-star treatment that Close-up Complete Fresh Protection gives
A good day begins with a good start. Right?
For many years, Closeup toothpaste has given young people a confident start to the day, leaving them with fresh breath and a good feeling from its unique minty sensation. Today, it’s even…
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Restrictive abortion laws put women in danger
The word “abortion” is used to describe two types of pregnancies that end before 20 weeks, which is now regarded as the age of viability of a pregnancy.
Spontaneous abortion occurs without an intention by the woman to stop the pregnancy,…
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Vodafone Healthline Series: Medical Practitioners explore the origin of HIV
The ninth episode of the Vodafone Healthline Series explored the origin of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).
Medical Practitioners admitted that even though researchers have linked HIV to the Simian Immunodeficiency Virus (SIV) in…
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May is Lupus Awareness Month
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that causes the immune system to mistakenly attack healthy organs like the heart, skin and kidneys.
The cause of lupus is unknown, and the disease currently has no cure but it is suspected that certain…
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AirtelTigo touching lives launches ‘every mind matters’ initiative
AirtelTigo Touching Lives in collaboration with ‘Dr. Setor foundation’, has launched the ‘Every Mind Matters’ initiative with the aim of creating mental health awareness amongst the Ghanaian population.
This project is to give mental…
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About 90% of excessive drinkers have fatty liver diseases
In this week’s edition of Vodafone Healthline, Physician Specialist and Gastroenterologist, Dr Amoako Duah, highlighted the negative effects of alcohol on the liver.
Mr Duah said most persons who drink alcohol excessively stand the risk…
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Tributes pour for sickle cell disease specialist, Prof K. Ohene-Frempong
Tributes have started pouring in for world renowned Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) specialist and President of the Ghana Sickle Cell Foundation, Professor Ohene-Frempong, who passed away in the USA on May 7, 2022 after battling a rapid…
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