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The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service has taken proactive measures to address the alarming surge in COVID-19 cases within the region. The 7th National COVID Vaccination Days (NaCVaDs) have commenced with the aim of protecting individuals, families, and communities from the devastating effects of the virus. …

In recent times, Ghana has been grappling with a growing concern that threatens the stability of its healthcare system. Health personnel, including doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals, are leaving their jobs in search of greener pastures outside the country. This exodus has raised alarm bells among the state authorities …

In an effort to address the crucial sexual and reproductive health needs of young people in Ghana, the Social and Behaviour Change (SBC) Unit of the UNICEF Ghana Office has joined forces with the Ghana Health Service (GHS) to implement a groundbreaking project. This collaborative initiative aims to enhance access …

The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service with the funding support from JHPIEGO-USAID RISE has begun another round of COVID -19 vaccination exercise in all the Districts, Municipalities and it’s Metropolis in the region. The five-days exercise which has started today 25th to 29th May 2023, would …

Hypertension is a silent killer that rarely causes symptoms. Increasing public awareness about hypertension is key, along with access to early detection and management. The theme for this year’s World Hypertension Day, is ‘Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer’. The theme of the day provides an opportunity …

The Internal Audit Authority (IAA) in collaboration with the Ghana Health Service (GHS) inaugurated the Audit Committees of the Health Sector Institutions under the GHS. According to the Ashanti Regional Health Directorate, the audit Committee will support the Service in their financial management for prudent use of funds and enable …

Rabies is a neglected but preventable zoonotic disease that predominantly affects the most vulnerable populations living in remote rural areas of resource-limited countries. To date, every country on the African mainland is considered endemic for dog-mediated rabies with an estimated 21′500 human rabies deaths occurring each year. It is also …

The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service with the funding support from JHPIEGO-USAID RISE has begun another round of COVID -19 vaccination exercise in all the Districts, Municipalities and it’s Metropolis in the region. The five-days exercise which has started today 26th to 30th April 2023, would …

The Ashanti Regional Director of the Veterinary Service, Dr. Mabel Bum has urged pet owners to vaccinate their pets especially dogs and cats to avoid the spread of rabies in the country. According to her, the Ashanti Region is on top in cases of rabies and it is very necessary …

Some Ghanaians who have excelled in their various fields of national endeavor over the years on Tuesday received national honors and were presented with awards for their hard work, sacrifices and contribution to national development. The awards were dominated by workers in the health sector and their leaders who were …