Accra, Ghana – The Ministry of Health has officially handed over the case of alleged medical misconduct at the Trauma and Specialist Hospital in Winneba to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and the Attorney General for further investigation. This decision follows the tragic death of an elderly woman, which has sparked […]

Breast cancer remains a leading health concern worldwide, claiming 670,000 lives in 2022 alone. According to global estimates, roughly half of all breast cancers occur in women with no specific risk factors other than sex and age. The disease is a significant threat in every country, with 2.3 million women […]

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a global campaign to promote screening, prevention, and support for those affected by the disease. While some find inspiration in the month-long initiative, others feel overlooked and frustrated by the commercialization of the cause. Breast Cancer Awareness Month aims to support individuals diagnosed with […]

The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched new guidance to enhance clinical trials worldwide, promoting stronger research and development ecosystems. This move aims to make safe and effective health interventions more accessible and affordable globally. The guidance addresses challenges such as poor trial design, limited participant diversity, and bureaucratic inefficiencies. […]

FAO, UNEP, WHO and WOAH welcome agreement at UN General Assembly meeting, including target to reduce human deaths from AMR by 10% by 2030. World leaders have pledged to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through a unified front, committing to reduce AMR-related deaths by 10% by 2030. This bold declaration was […]