A toxicologist, Dr Regina Ama Oppong Wiredu, has warned that some scented candles may release harmful chemicals when burned, especially in enclosed spaces. She says the chemicals are likely to pose long-term health risks such as cancer and respiratory issues. Dr Wiredu, who works with SYNLABB Ghana in Accra, saidContinue Reading
Access to health care remains a significant challenge for people living in rural areas. However, thanks to dedicated professionals such as Gertrude Guoltere—a Specialist Ophthalmic Nurse based in Wa—eye care is gradually becoming more accessible. Driven by compassion and a deep commitment to preserve and restore vision, Gertrude has goneContinue Reading
While undertaking his housemanship at the University Hospital, Legon in Accra, Dr Kwasi Aboryo Ankrah noticed a gap in the care of patients who were admitted for stroke. In most cases, people with the condition could not afford the cost of CT Scans in the early days of stroke. SometimesContinue Reading
A healthy heart begins on a plate. What you eat will show up on your face and matters more than you think. According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, there are certain foods that are right in front of our eyes, and they are known to have aContinue Reading
There’s something special about fruits. Beyond their vibrant colours and natural sweetness, certain fruits offer powerful detoxifying benefits, especially for the liver and kidneys. These two organs work tirelessly behind the scenes to filter out harmful substances from the body, but they, too, need support. While many health trends comeContinue Reading
Like most first-time fathers, Mr John Dzido was excited when his son Caleb was born in 2008. He was also happy that his first child was a boy and couldn’t wait for him to grow up so they embarked on “boys boys” adventures. “I was happy. It is every man’sContinue Reading
THE picturesque 110-kilometre stretch from Ayi Mensa near Accra to Peduase Lodge in the Eastern Region has been turned into a dumping site. The stretch used to be a sight to behold, for which reason the vicinity attracted many to settle on the hills. The location also attracted lots ofContinue Reading
TEN years after the June 3 disaster of flooding and fire that claimed over 150 lives at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle, some survivors and witnesses say they are tired of talking about it. According to them, over the past decade, journalists, officials and organisations had returned to the scene orContinue Reading
A five-day workshop by the Global Quality Assurance Association (GQAA) has been held to equip participating African universities with practical tools to strengthen quality assurance in teaching, research and institutional management. It was held in Accra from May 26 to 30, 2025. Participants included 30 delegates from three African CentresContinue Reading
Dr. Bryan Achaeampong was born on November 27, 1972, in Suhum with ancestral roots in Nkwatia, Kwahu East District. His life story embodies the quintessential Ghanaian narrative of resilience, intellectual rigour, and service to the nation. The bedrock of Dr. Acheampong’s character was laid during his formative years at AchimotaContinue Reading
