AIDS 2026 opens with push for HIV funding, equity

Global leaders have called for renewed political commitment, sustainable financing and equitable access to HIV innovations to keep the goal of ending AIDS by 2030 on track. The appeal was made at the opening of the 26th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2026) in

Over 1,000 persons acquire new HIV infections in Bono within five months – GAC

New HIV infections have increased in Bono, with the region recording 1,145 cases from January to May 2026, the Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) has said.  According to Mr Ahmed Ibrahim Bambilla, the Bono, Bono East and Ahafo Regional Technical Coordinator of the GAC the new infections of the

Health professional encourages Ghanaians to seek early care to avoid strokes

Dr. Saiid Kwasi Adu, a Health professional has cautioned the public to be aware of symptoms and signs of stroke.  He said, before one suffered from stroke signs like, palpitation of the heart, pains in the heart, missing heartbeat, various forms of headaches, pains in the chest, breathing difficulty, dizziness, sleeplessness, occasional weakness

WHO calls for expanded Sickle Cell care as Ghana records 18,000 cases annually

The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged Ghana to accelerate investments in early diagnosis, comprehensive care, surveillance systems and research to improve outcomes for the estimated 18,000 children born annually with sickle cell disease (SCD) in the country. Dr Pascal Kingsley Mwin, Technical

Expert calls for action on mental health and comprehensive care for sickle cell patients

Dr Enam Bankas, a Haematologist at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, has called for urgent national action to strengthen mental health support and comprehensive care for persons living with sickle cell disease (SCD). Speaking at a symposium to mark the World Sickle Cell Day

Radiologists urge stronger action against illegal mining amid rising kidney cases

The Ghana Association of Radiologists (GAR) has urged the Government to take stronger and sustained action against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, to curb the rising number of kidney disease cases in the country.  The Association said chemicals used in illegal mining activities

Scientist identifies more vitamin B6 in beer than previously anticipated 

A new study advocates that a pint of beer contains a surprisingly meaningful amount of vitamin B6 – and that an alcohol-free version may be one of the better options for getting it.  Drinking a pint of beer can provide “substantial levels” of an essential

Lifestyle changes key to reducing early death risk in hypertension – Cardiologist

Lifestyle modifications such as effective stress management, reduced alcohol intake, cutting down on salt and processed foods can significantly lower the risk of early death among persons living with hypertension.  Dr. Felix Awindaogo, a Cardiologist at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, said hypertension was a lifelong condition, but non-pharmacological intervention

UGMC appeals for more breast milk donors to save premature, vulnerable babies

The Human Milk Bank at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) has made a passionate appeal to lactating mothers with excess breast milk to voluntarily donate and help save the lives of premature and vulnerable babies across the country. Dr. Ophelia Ganyaglo,

Ghana Health Service confirms over 1000 cases of Mpox

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed four new cases of Mpox, bringing the national tally to 1,062 as of April 11, 2026. No hospital admissions have been recorded, while the death toll remains at eight. Health authorities say surveillance is ongoing across