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Nurses Council suspends newly approved verification fee

The 15th Governing Board of the Nursing and Midwifery Council has halted the implementation of the newly approved verification fee for nurses pending its review. The...

6 basic habits of the elite few

I can’t imagine anything less interesting (or healthy) than a homogenous world where everyone is granted the same rewards, regardless of their choices. For...

I have no teeth but my husband still thinks I’m beautiful

In our culture, it means everything to have a perfect smile. Mouths are one of the first focal points on the human body...

Supreme Court to hear arguments in abortion pill case

The US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on whether to restrict access to mifepristone, a commonly used abortion pill. It is considered the most...

How I lost 50 pounds in 6 months with 80% diet and 20% exercise – Ghanaian lady tells her story

For many, the journey to losing weight can seem like an insurmountable challenge, but for one determined Ghanaian lady, who goes by the name...

NHIA disburses Gh¢180 million to healthcare providers

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has allocated Gh¢180 million to healthcare providers nationwide, primarily covering claims processed and validated up to December 2023. In...

Why you keep getting boils in your pubic areas and how to prevent them

Boils are painful, pus-filled lumps that have a knack for popping up in the most uncomfortable spots, including the pubic area. Not exactly the topic...

7 reasons you should make love with the lights on

Do you turn off the lights or at least dim them as soon as you get into bed with your partner? Lots of people...

Our love burned hot and I was so happy, I did not know I was being set up for a con

We had known each other for four months. Those four months had been magical and I had fallen deeply in love with my prince...

Here are some old dating rules to spice up your love life

Ask your parents what the dating landscape looked like when they were your age and they’ll paint a very different picture. Due primarily to...

11 small things guys notice about you — even if you think they don’t

When it comes to attracting men, there are a lot of things girls often take for granted regarding what guys notice and find attractive...

10 painfully realistic reasons men won’t leave wives for their mistresses

If you’re in this situation and are a married man's mistress, you need to be aware of the reasons why men will never leave...

3 tiny traits you absolutely must have to maintain a healthy relationship

In my experience with couples in relationships, it’s usually the little things that count when it comes to having a healthy relationship. For instance,...

ROB Foundation commemorates World Down Syndrome Day [Photos]

Rochelle Boakye Brago (ROBB) Foundation, a local advocacy NGO for people with Down Syndrome on Thursday joined in the global observation of this year’s...

The promise and perils of the egg-freezing revolution

The thrum of rushing passengers reverberated beyond the door of a bathroom cubicle in a distant corner of Oslo airport. Crouched low over half...

Newlyweds discover marriage papers are invalid

Thousands of newlyweds in Zimbabwe have been surprised to learn that their marriage certificates are not valid. It has emerged that, because of a clerical...

Antwi Mensah Foundation hands over 15-seater toilet facility to Ejisu R/C school

The Antwi Mensah and Family Foundation has handed over a 15-seater toilet and washing facility to the Ejisu R/C model school in the Ashanti region.  The...

TB kills 43 daily – Expert calls for investment to deal with burden

Ahead of the global commemoration of World Tuberculosis (TB) Day on Sunday, it has emerged that 43 Ghanaians die of the disease, an airborne...

Gas explosion accounts for 35% burns cases at Korle Bu

Thirty-five per cent of burns cases on admission to Korle Bu Teaching Hospital are caused by gas explosions, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of...

5 possible reasons men cheat

In the dating world, the issue of sticking to one partner seems to be a recurring theme, especially among men. While it's not exclusive to...

Scientists say they can cut HIV out of cells

Scientists say they have successfully eliminated HIV from infected cells, using Nobel Prize-winning Crispr gene-editing technology. Working like scissors, but at the molecular level, it...

USAID donates ‘Health Voyager’ boat to improve health access in Oti’s island communities

The United States Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has donated a new 19-seater boat to the Ghana Health Service...

Ghanaians advised to eat vegan foods for good health

https://youtu.be/avj98gUmHW4 The Chief Executive Officer of Boujie Bakes Vegan, Ruth Amoako-Adusei, has urged Ghanaians to eat more vegan foods and treats. She said they contribute greatly...

I dated a 32-year-old man who kept borrowing money from me because I was financially stable at 21

Being financially stable at a young age has its challenges. One of the biggest challenges I faced was finding a guy my age who...

Clinical experts reveal secret to treating menstrual cramps traditionally

Menstruation is an important part of a woman's life because it prepares her for pregnancy. However, it becomes a point of pain for the majority...

Non-communicable diseases rising in West Africa – Research

Research conducted by West African health institutions has revealed a rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, hypertension, and cancers within the...

My best friend used me to test her boyfriend and it ruined our friendship

Bumping into Diana at the supermarket was the last thing I had expected. We had not seen each other for over a year. My...

My perfect gentleman turned out to be possessive

When I first met Patrick, I thought he was beyond amazing. He had the right looks, height, smile and charm. We first met on...

5 reasons why some men cannot stop cheating, according to an expert

Back when Tiger Woods made headlines for his affairs with multiple women, he was back in the news not too long afterward. This time,...

The only 10 ingredients any person needs in their pantry

Ever opened your cupboards and felt overwhelmed? Me too. There are bottles of half-used sauces, plastic boxes in all shapes and sizes, stuff I'll...

I was so in love with my ex-boyfriend that I pursued him for 2 years after we broke up

Breakups are never easy especially after dating for so long. It’s even harder when your ex moves on before you. Well, this happened to...

MPs clash in Parliament over ‘questionable’ Zipline contract

The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) and National Democratic Congress (NDC) Members of Parliament clashed in the house over the terms of the Zipline...

Renewed hope as latest HIV treatment yields positive results

Scientists say they have successfully eliminated HIV from infected cells, using Nobel Prize-winning Crispr gene-editing technology. Working like scissors, but at the molecular level, it...

Law to regulate organ donations to be implemented soon – Nsiah Asare

The government has announced plans to enact legislation authorizing organ donations by the end of the year. The Presidential Advisor on Health, Dr. Anthony...

Nobody should doubt Mahama if… – Mintah Akandoh

The Ranking Member on Parliament's Health Committee, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has reaffirmed former President John Mahama’s commitment to improving health infrastructure in the country. Speaking...

Cipla Foundation to treat children with cleft lip in Ghana

The Cipla Foundation initiative, Miles for Smiles, in collaboration with Operation Smile, aims to ensure that every child born with a cleft lip or palate...

E/R: Typhoid infections spike in Afram Plains South

One out of five patients in Kwasi Fante, Asayensu, in Kwawu Afram Plains South District of the Eastern Region is affected with typhoid infections...

Do you need to wash your eggs? The answer may surprise you

Eggs may contain various types of bacteria, microorganisms and other contaminants. Do you need to wash eggs? Yes and no Eggs have been controversial for years....

There are 3 types of divorced men — and only one is relationship material

Men who are dealing with divorce deserve to be in a relationship as much as anyone else but many women are wary of dating...

How to heal your heart after you’ve been left

When love ends, it can leave you devastated. The magic of love permeates every cell of your body, heart, soul, and brain. Thoughts of...