The Medical Credit Fund (MCF), a leading provider of financial solutions for healthcare providers in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), has launched the maiden edition of its digital loan product in Ghana. The product is exclusively dedicated to financing small and medium-scale healthcare enterprises (SMEs) in Africa. The groundbreaking initiative was done in...
In commemoration of this year’s Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Staff of the Enterprise Group of Companies have demonstrated unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of young cancer patients and their families living at the Rebecca Akuffo-Addo Sunshine House inside the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra with a generous donation. The...
In view of dwindling volumes of blood in hospitals across the country, the National Insurance Commission (NIC) - regulator of the insurance sector - is collaborating with various players in the insurance industry to restock the national blood bank. The exercise, which is set to come off today, September 27,...
The Global Healthy Living Foundation (GHLF), an international U.S.-based non-profit organization committed to improving the lives of people with chronic disease through better access to care, education, support, advocacy, and patient-centered research, has announced a new partnership with Darna Center, the Global Center for Gender, Race and Health Equity,...
Waterleaf (Talinum triangulare) is a leafy vegetable that belongs to the Portulacaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and has many traditional uses. The leaves and stems of the waterleaf are used as food while the roots are used for medicinal purposes. Waterleaf is a perennial vegetable that grows...
Ghana confronts a myriad of health challenges, some of which wreak more havoc than others. In this article, we delve into the ten leading causes of mortality in Ghana from the lens of public health, illuminating the critical battles necessary to enhance the country's healthcare landscape. In this article,...
Dr. Emma Oliveira, a renowned dental surgeon and co-founder of the All Smile Dental Clinic, was honored as the Best Health and Wellness Personality of the Year at the recently concluded 7th edition of the Forty Under 40 Awards held at the De Icon Event Center in East Legon...
In the serene landscapes of the Krachie Nchumuru district, Oti Region-Ghana, the anticipation of motherhood often comes with its own set of challenges. For many expectant mothers like 26-year-old Ruth Por, the journey to motherhood is fraught with obstacles; from financial constraints to the long distance to the nearest...
Flokefama, a leading medical equipment solutions company in Ghana, has undertaken a remarkable initiative to refurbish the Korle Bu Blood Bank as part of its corporate social responsibility, at a cost of GH¢200,000. This crucial endeavour aims to significantly improve the quality of blood testing and storage, ensuring safe...
The Mobile Money Advocacy Group (MoMAG) has donated essential items to the Madina Polyclinic-Kekele, as part of activities marking its six years of operations. The items donated included: hospital beds; adjustable tools; standing accession machines; floor cleaners; liquid soaps; toilet cleaners and T-rolls. The donation is to support the healthcare...