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US Seeks Talks With Ghana Over Rejected US$109 Million Health Compact

The United States has approached Ghana to reopen discussions on a proposed US$109 million health compact that the Ghanaian government…

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General News

Yellow fever confirmed after deaths among Fulbe community in Sissala East

Health authorities in the Sissala East Municipality of Ghana’s Upper West Region have confirmed yellow fever in the area following…

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African News

Nigerian sex workers scramble as HIV prevention injection runs out

Demand for a long-acting HIV prevention injection has reportedly surged among eligible people in parts of Nigeria, with some states…

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African News

Lagos seals church, hotels and businesses over environmental violations

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed 12 establishments across parts of Lagos State over alleged persistent violations…

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Health

Ghana Launches National Plan to Reduce Heavy Metals in Food

Ghana has launched a National Strategic Plan for Heavy Metal Reduction in Food as part of efforts to strengthen food…

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BUSINESS

Zoomlion Intensifies Public Health Protection with Regionwide Disinfection Exercise in Upper West Region

An intervention targeting public toilets, refuse dumps and other sanitation hotspots towards public safety following the recent heavy rains and…

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Health

No cure for HIV yet, International AIDS Society president says

There is currently no cure for HIV, according to Professor Kenneth Ngure, President of the International AIDS Society (IAS). Speaking…

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Finance

FDA orders recall of Arcan Bitters after undeclared drug found in product

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has ordered the immediate recall of Arcan Bitters from the Ghanaian market after laboratory…

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African News

Kenya’s Maternal Health Crisis Raises Concerns Over Weak Healthcare System

Kenya continues to face serious challenges in maternal healthcare, with hundreds of women reportedly dying during pregnancy, childbirth or shortly…

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Health

FDA Seizes Flood-Damaged Drinks Being Repackaged for Sale in Bubiashie

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has confiscated a large quantity of flood-damaged bottled water and soft drinks that were…

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