Geneva, Switzerland – September 17, marks World Patient Safety Day, a global call to action to prioritize patient safety and reduce avoidable harm in healthcare settings. This year’s focus is on the critical importance of accurate and timely diagnosis, with the slogan “Get it right, make it safe!”. Diagnostic errors […]

Snakebites are a hidden health crisis affecting millions in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Every year, up to 2 million people in Asia and between 435,000 to 580,000 in Africa suffer from venomous snake bites, with devastating consequences. The most vulnerable are women, children, […]

A staggering 5.4 million people worldwide fall victim to snakebites annually, resulting in over 800,000 deaths. However, the devastating aftermath of these attacks extends far beyond fatalities. Survivors often suffer debilitating disabilities, with three times as many left to cope with lifelong physical, neurological, and psychological scars. The consequences of […]

Ghana’s Minister for Health, Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye, has revealed the remarkable strides made in healthcare delivery, focusing on infrastructure expansion and digital innovation. The minister’s announcement highlighted the completion of key hospital projects, including the Dodowa, Kumawu, Fomena, and Takoradi European Flat hospitals. Additionally, Dr. Okoe-Boye announced the commissioning of […]

Geneva, Switzerland – The World Health Organization (WHO) has released alarming statistics on the global cholera situation, revealing a 13% increase in reported cases and a 71% rise in deaths in 2023 compared to the previous year. The disease, which is preventable and easily treatable, claimed the lives of over […]