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3. Court Fines Fake KATH Nurses GH¢12,000 Over Illegal Medical Practice
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3. Court Fines Fake KATH Nurses GH¢12,000 Over Illegal Medical Practice

Two individuals who fraudulently posed as healthcare professionals at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) have been convicted by the Asokwa Circuit Court in Kumasi and each fined GH¢12,000 after pleading guilty to multiple criminal charges involving impersonation, forgery, and illegal medical practice. The convicts, 33-year-old Evelyn Atta Amankwah, a private nurse from Broffoyedru, and 29-year-old Collins Agyemang, a self-employed welder, were arrested after posing as staff pretending to be KATH staff while providing unauthorized medical services to unsuspecting members of the public.

Asuom healthnew.comAugust 3, 20265 min read
Techiman-Krobo Nursing College Shut Down After Student Protest Over Poor Conditions and Leadership Concerns
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Techiman-Krobo Nursing College Shut Down After Student Protest Over Poor Conditions and Leadership Concerns

The Ministry of Health has ordered the temporary closure of Techiman-Krobo Nursing and Midwifery Training College following a July 27 protest. Students demanded the removal of the Principal and Dean over poor sanitation, bad food, and weak leadership, with concerns also raised about the Principal’s past conduct at Mampong Nursing College.

Asuom health newsJuly 30, 20265 min read
We Were Threatened” - Atobriso CHPS remain Closed After Emergency Delay Sparks Outrage
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We Were Threatened” - Atobriso CHPS remain Closed After Emergency Delay Sparks Outrage

The Atobriso CHPS compound in the Kwaebibirem Municipality remains closed following a dispute between community members and health facility staff. Tensions began after nurses declined to attend to emergency cases after closing hours. The situation escalated when a nurse on call reportedly delayed her response to a patient because she was off duty, and later referred the case. Dissatisfied youth and elders threatened the nurses and demanded their removal.

Samuel Appiah July 22, 20265 min read
Deadly Floods Hit Accra, Leaving Loss of Property and 23 Lives lost
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Deadly Floods Hit Accra, Leaving Loss of Property and 23 Lives lost

Torrential rains have overwhelmed drainage systems across Accra, causing widespread flooding that has claimed 23 lives, displaced families, and destroyed homes, markets, and roads across the Greater Accra Region.

Samuel A .SarpongJune 30, 20265 min read
Why Many Ghanaians Neglect Their Health Despite Knowing the Risks
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Why Many Ghanaians Neglect Their Health Despite Knowing the Risks

Despite rising awareness of hypertension, diabetes, and other chronic diseases, many Ghanaians still delay or avoid healthcare. Experts point to cost, long hospital queues, fear of diagnosis, and cultural beliefs as key drivers. For breadwinners and rural dwellers, daily survival often outweighs preventive care, with serious implications for the nation’s health outcomes.

Samuel Appiah SarpongJune 22, 20265 min read

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Techiman-Krobo Nursing College Shut Down After Student Protest Over Poor Conditions and Leadership Concerns

The Ministry of Health has ordered the temporary closure of Techiman-Krobo Nursing and Midwifery Training College following a July 27 protest. Students demanded the removal of the Principal and Dean over poor sanitation, bad food, and weak leadership, with concerns also raised about the Principal’s past conduct at Mampong Nursing College.

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Kwaebibirem Health Directorate Sensitizes Mothers on Breastfeeding Benefits

The programme, held under the theme "The First 1000 Days of Life", was moderated by Mr. Samuel Bempong, Kwaebibirem Municipal Health Nutrition Officer, and Mad. Georgia A., Municipal Health Promotion Officer.

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