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High alcohol intake, aphrodisiacs, killing men

Kidney Health Foundation, a non-governmental organization has warned that more men are dying of kidney diseases than women due to alcohol intake and sexual enhancing drugs (aphrodisiacs) that can cause eternal health damages to one’s kidney.

According to the Public Health Officials, the indiscriminate use of aphrodisiac is gradually becoming a major cause of kidney failure in Ghana.

‘’More men are dying of kidney diseases than women due to alcohol intake and sexual enhancing drugs that can cause eternal health damages to one’s kidney’’, Pragram’s Manager for the Kidney Health Foundation, Silvanus Gatorwu disclosed this during   a discussion on the Kumasi based OTEC 102.9 FM’s morning show,” Nyansapo ” on Tuesday September 20, 2022.

The NGO in the same light explained that, excessive use of carbonated drinks also creates major problems for the kidney to perform its functions to the brim.

Mr Katorvu noted that, although all genders are reporting issues of kidney failure, most of the reported cases turn out to be men who have consistently used aphrodisiacs to enhance their sexual drive.

“Unknown to many, some of these drugs have chemical substances which can cause liver or kidney problems, creating health problems for themselves”

“We are once again warning the public, these aphrodisiacs have substances that destroy your kidney beyond repairs, that’s why we have consistently embarked on massive education on the need to ensure kidney health by avoiding certain practices”. He told the host, Captain Koda.

According to health experts, while in some countries people in their 60s and 70s those often diagnosed to have kidney issues, the situation is different in Ghana because it is prevalent among persons in their 30s and 40s.

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“Averagely, we see people with kidney diseases who are in their forties. In some cases some are even in their teens and this should be a source of concern for us all,” Mr. Gatorwu told noted

Source: Ghana/otecfmghana.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. In addition to his media ventures, Solomon serves as a Brand Ambassador for Alabuga, a prominent Russian industrial company, representing their interests and expansion across Africa. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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