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Woman fights for her life after unsuccessful cesarean section

Nigerians woke up on 23rd December to the shocking news of a nine months pregnant woman whose womb and the urinary tract were stitched together by a medical doctor in Ondo State, Nigeria. The medical doctor was arrested by a team of Special Intervention Squad, following a report of unprofessional …

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HIV: Things you can do to manage HIV and live a healthy life

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that attacks the immune system, making it harder for the body to fight off infections and diseases. There is currently no cure for HIV, but it can be managed with a combination of antiretroviral therapy (ART). ART involves taking a combination of medications every …

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BoG increases limit on Mobile Money transactions

The Bank of Ghana has revised the limits on mobile money transactions in the country. A statement issued by the central bank on Thursday, December 23, 2022, explained that the review forms part of measures to “facilitate more efficient payments, encourage the seamless transition to a cash-lite society as well as …

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UBA GHANAs FOOD BANK INITIATIVE PUTS SMILES ON FACES

      UBA Ghana has put smiles on the faces of underprivileged people in Ashaiman and Ridge through its ‘Food Bank’ Initiative which distributed over 500 goodie bags.     The event was held on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, as part of the UBA Foundation activities which aims to …

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Data Bank shuts down office due to attacks and threats

Investment and fund management firm Databank has announced the closure of its offices effective Thursday, December 22, and to work remotely following attacks and threats on its staff. A statement issued Wednesday by the company said it has not been spared the liquidity challenges that have beset the fund management …

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16 Health Benefits Of Snakeweed Herb

According to healthline Among the many weeds, snakeweed is highly prized for its therapeutic and curative properties. It is prevalent in the arid regions of the world. Location: Mostly throughout Central America. It has great health-promoting effects, but is nevertheless classified as a weed. I heard it can even ward off …

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Second hand clothing reduced by 30%

The Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association has urged government to continue to implement measures that will help the appreciation of the cedi in order to bring relief to business communities in the country. This follows the appreciation of the cedi against major trading currencies of the world. The cedi is …

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Factors That Can Lead To Smelly Urine

While research has shown that smelly pee can sometimes be a sign of a health issue, particularly if the smell does not go away, human urine typically has a terrible odor. The following medical disorders, according to Medicalnewstoday, can make urine to smell badly. 1. Diabetes. The body’s ability to produce urine …

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LIVESTREAMED: Ken Ofori-Atta holds press briefing on the economy

The Ministry of Finance is holding a press conference to provide an update on the Ghanaian economy. This comes after Ghana and the International Monetary Fund on December 13 reached a staff-level agreement for an amount of US$3 billion under an Extended Credit Facility covering a three-year period. Although the agreement is …

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Reduce prices now – Nana Addo appeals to traders

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is appealing to the business community to reduce the prices of goods and services as the cedi regains its strength. The Ghana cedi in the past week has gained some significant strength against the US dollar with prices of fuel also recording substantial reduction. According …

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Gov’t suspends payment of external debts

The government has announced suspension of all debt service payments under certain categories of the country’s external debt, pending an orderly restructuring of the affected obligations. This suspension will include the payments on the country’s Eurobonds; commercial term loans; and on most of the country’s bilateral debt. This suspension, according …

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3 possible causes of pain in the vagina

Vaginal pain or spasm may be due to a myriad of conditions, and its symptoms can differ relying on the underlying cause. Depending on the condition, you may suffer from female organ itching, pain while having intercourse, and soreness of the female organ, to mention a few. According to MedicalNewsToday publication, possible …

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Symptoms Of Monkeypox And How It Can Be Treated

Monkeypox is a disease caused by a virus. This is a zoonotic disease, which simply means that it can be transmitted from animal to human and human to animal. Monkeypox is characterized by a fever swollen lymph nodes, and a widespread rash. The rashes cause many lesions, which can appear …

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15.3% reduction in transport fares takes effect from tomorrow

The implementation of a 15.3 percent reduction in transport fares will take effect from Monday, December 19, 2022. A list containing the new prices has been released accordingly. This follows a decision by the Public transport operators under the various drivers’ unions in Ghana to reduce transport fares by 15.3 …

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How to reduce your risk for Tuberculosis [TB]

According to Healthline, reducing your exposure to people who have active TB is one way to reduce your risk, but this isn’t always possible. In line with a publication on Healthline, here are ways to reduce your risk for tuberculosis: 1. If you’re going to be travelling to a foreign country …

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Why Older Men Should Chew Pawpaw Seeds Regularly

Papaya also known as pawpaw is a fruit beloved for both its delicious flavor and exceptional nutrient profile. Unfortunately, many people often discard its seeds and favor the fruit’s sweet flesh. What they don’t realize is that the seeds are not only edible but also highly nutritious. However, some side effects …

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Gunmen set ablaze high court, destroy files

Imo State high court in Orlu was on Saturday, December 17, set ablaze by gunmen who targeted part of the structure housing sensitive documents.   Daily Trust reported that the complex is housing both the high court and a magistrates’ court. It was also learnt that the Orlu high court which …

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GPRTU reduces transport fares by 15.3%

The Ghana Private Road and Transport Operators (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council have concorded to reduce transport fares by 15.3 percent. The reduction takes effect on Monday, December 19, Stakeholders reached an agreement after a series of negotiations. Commuters raised concerns about transport reduction when the price …

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Kin Frenzee shoots music video with popular Denmark influencer

Ghanaian versatile Musician Francis Kingsley Prah popularly known as Kin Frenzee over the week shot a music video with popular Denmark influencer Ellen Baby. The song for the music video is titled Odopa which talks about distance relationships and how people miss their loved ones in the diaspora Weeks ago, …

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