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Mpox in Ghana: Ghana Health Service Confirms 4 Cases as of May 18, 2025

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The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has announced an important update on Mpox (formerly known as Monkeypox)cases in the country. As of May 18, 2025, Ghana has confirmed four (4) cases of Mpox, with the newest cases detected in the Greater Accra Region and the Western Region. This update follows the initial announcement on May 15, 2025, and includes two new cases that were recently confirmed by the National …

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Tamale Teaching Hospital Performs First Total Knee Replacement Surgery

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On September 13, 2024, Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH) successfully conducted its first total knee replacement surgery. The hospital’s Orthopaedics Sub-BMC team performed the surgery on a 58-year-old woman who had been suffering from severe knee pain, especially at night, for the past three years. Growing Expertise in Orthopaedics This significant achievement comes after the team’s earlier success …

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Ghana Declares Public Health Emergency After Detection of Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus in Koforidua

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The Ministry of Health has declared a public health emergency. This came following the discovery of a circulating Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus type 2 (cVDPV2) in Koforidua, Eastern Region. The virus was detected in an environmental sample during routine polio surveillance by the Polio Laboratory at the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR), a World Health …

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One of Many Lives Lost: Exposing the Gaps in Our Healthcare System

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Today, our hospital witnessed a heartbreaking loss – a patient’s life slipped away in front of us due to the glaring inefficiencies in our healthcare system.  A woman was referred to us with seemingly straightforward conditions per the referral note: simple malaria, dyspnea, and cellulitis. But upon arrival, her situation was dire: her respiratory distress …

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The Cost of Kidney Failure in Ghana (including Dialysis) and How to Prevent It

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Kidney failure is a significant health challenge in Ghana, affecting many lives and straining financial resources. As one of the most expensive chronic diseases to manage, it is crucial to understand its costs and learn how to prevent it. This article breaks down the cost of kidney failure and provides actionable tips for prevention to …

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Understanding Mpox (Monkeypox): A Comprehensive Overview

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This article offers insights into Mpox (monkeypox) history, symptoms, and prevention. With growing concerns about this virus, it has become crucial to know its origins, transmission, and how to protect yourself against it. What is Mpox? Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a zoonotic disease that has gained significant attention recently. The virus was first …

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Book Review: Let’s Talk Diabetes by Dr. Yacoba Atiase

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“Education is not part of the treatment of diabetes, it is the treatment.” This pocket-sized gem is an excellent reference guide for individuals living with diabetes and their caregivers. Here’s a short review Dr. Yacoba Atiase – a renowned consultant endocrinologist and diabetologist, has crafted a comprehensive and accessible resource. Her expertise shines through in …

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