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Parliament Approves €56 million facility for 100-bed Ultramodern Hospital at Obuasi and Anyinam

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Parliament Approves €56 million facility for 100-bed Ultramodern Hospital at Obuasi and Anyinam

Ultramodern Hospital at Obuasi and Anyinam: Parliament has approved a €56.1 million loan facility for the construction of 100-bed trauma hospitals at Obuasi and Anyinam as part of efforts to expand health care delivery in the country.

The government as part of the agreement will also build an Accident and Emergency center at Enyiresi Hospital and rehabilitate the Obuasi Health Centre.

The agreement is between the government of Ghana through the Finance Ministry and Deutsche Bank AG (as the arranger and original lender) and TMF Global services (UK) Limited (as the facility arranger) to finance the project.

The project is expected to be completed three years after commencement and Ghana is expected to repay the loan within eight years.

The hospitals will come with an 18-bed Accident and Emergency ward for adults, 12-bed ward for Paediatric Emergencies and a 100-seater capacity waiting area.

The main theatres consist of operating rooms – six-bed recovery room, eight-bed intensive care unit and six-bed high dependency unit and among others.

The object of the loan agreement is to finance the construction of the required infrastructure, and the provision of medical equipment and ancillary services to ensure that the beneficiary hospitals are fully operational and befitting their status.

The project is also in line with the government’s commitment to the provision of universal health care delivery to Ghanaians in line with government’s vision under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 3).

Debating the Finance Committee’s report for its approval in Parliament, a Deputy Finance Minister, Abena Osei Asare said completion of the project will bring a huge relive to residents of Anyinam and those within the catchment areas.

She stated that the gesture by the government shows that the Akufo-Addo led-administration has the health care and safety of Ghanaians at heart.

“The people of Anyinam, Enyiresi, New Jejeti, and among others are very delighted and will forever be grateful to Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for the immense health care and other socio-economic benefits to be derived from this project.

“We believe that it will improve the general wellbeing of the people in the catchment area and people who use the Accra-Kumasi highway” she stated.

On the Minority side, a former Health Minister, Joseph Yieleh Chireh said the decision by the government to construct the hospital projects is laudable.

“Recently we were very happy that the president said before the end of the year more hospitals will be started, about 96 of them, I hope that this is the beginning and before the end of the month we should have all these hospitals started so that the fulfillment of the promise that president’s made will come to the realization,” the Wa West MP stated.

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Meet Nana Adwoa Takyi, the beautiful Ghanaian nurse who helped deliver a baby on a plane from Ghana to the US

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February 20, 2022

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Ghanaian nurse who helped deliver a baby on a plane

Meet Nana Adwoa Takyi, the beautiful

Nana Adwoa Takyi,

who helped deliver a baby on a plane from Ghana to the US

Meet Nana Adwoa Takyi, the beautiful Ghanaian nurse who helped deliver a baby on a plane from Ghana to the US; About three weeks ago, news about a woman who went into labor on a plane from Ghana to the US caused a stir on the internet.

Everybody who heard the news was elated about how this miraculous event took place.

The woman was believed to have gone into labor a month earlier than the due date for delivery. She was at 36 weeks when she went into labor.

Fortunately, there was a registered nurse and a doctor on board who sprang into action to ensure a safe delivery aboard.

“When we realized that the mom-to-be was going to give birth on the 11-hour flight, the flight attendant had to clear the area after opening up the emergency kit due to turbulence, Takyi said in an interview with our Accra mail team.

“The mom-to-be was a little bit concerned, especially about the baby, and she was in a lot of pain asking if we could give her anything and we knew that wasn’t possible”.

The team was particularly concerned because we didn’t have all the medical equipment we needed for the delivery at our disposal but had to improvise with the resources available.

All the same, we had to resume attending to the mother because the baby’s head was showing. To God’s glory, we had an uneventful delivery. Mummy and baby are doing well”, the beautiful Ghanaian nurse concluded.

Nana Adwoa Takyi, together with Dr. Stephen Ansah- Addo who is also a Ghanaian and a flight attendant who happened to be a former nurse did all they could to make sure the delivery was successful and without any complications.

Nolan was the youngest passenger on board.

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Everything you need to know about Nana Adwoa Takyi;

  • The beautiful Ghanaian by name Nana Adwoa Takyi is a registered nurse who practices in Ohio.
  • She was born and bred in Ghana. Had her basic and secondary education in Ghana.
  • She is a proud product of Aburi Girls’ Senior High School.
  • Offered Science as a course and graduated in 2013 after which she studied Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the Xavier University in the United States.
  • She graduated from Xavier University in 2019 and has since been practicing as a nurse in Ohio.
  • Nana Adwoa is married and living happily with her husband in the states.
  • Well done Nana Adwoa for making Ghana proud. We love you!

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Know your genotype and its implications before you get married

Know your genotype and its implications before you get married. People are now becoming more concerned about the genotype of their partners as this goes a long way to determine kind of children they bring forth.

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January 2, 2022

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Know your genotype

Know your genotype and its implications before you get married

Knowledge of Genotype has become one of the most discussed topics among people seeking to make life partners.

What then is Genotype?

According to the National Human Genome Research Institute, a genotype is an individual’s collection of genes. It defines two alleles inherited for a particular gene. The resulting phenotype (individual observable traits/features) is an expression of the genotype.

There are six (6) genotypes identified. They include;

  • AA
  • AS
  • AC
  • SS
  • SC 
  • CC

A and S are traditionally considered normal and sickled alleles respectively. There is also a third allele C considered to be susceptible and it combines with normal allele A and sickle allele S to produce other genotypes.

AA is normal but susceptible to malaria, AS individuals are not severely debilitated, but they are resistant to malaria, SS individuals are severely affected and rarely survive to reproduce. AC is normal but susceptible to malaria, SC has mild anemia and CC is normal and resistant to malaria.

Sickle cell is a great concern to people as it presents different issues that can psychologically, socially, and economically affect individuals. It is therefore very important to understand your genotype and that of your partner before you decide on giving birth. People with sickle cell usually experience severe bodily pains where oxygen flow is compromised due to the blockage in the blood vessels.

The chart below explains the various genotypes and their combined effects. From the chart, it can be seen that people with AA genotype are safe to marry persons with any of the genotypes. With the exception of AA, the compatibility of AS, SS, and AC is very risky and therefore requires advice from health professionals.

Genotype 1 Genotype 2 Possible Outcome Remark
AA AA AA, AA, AA, AA Safe/Excellent
AA AS AA, AS, AA, AS Safe/Good
AA SS AS, AS, AS, AS Fair
AA AC AA, AA, AA, AC Safe/Good
AS AS AA, AS, AS, SS Risky/Very Bad
AS SS AS, SS, SS, SS Risky/Very Bad
AS AC AA, AC, AS,SS Bad; seek advice
SS SS SS, SS, SS, SS Very Risky/Very Bad
AC SS AS, AS, SS, SS Risky/Very Bad
AC AC AA, AC, AC, SS Bad; seek advice

It is therefore very important to run some blood tests with your partner to be sure of your genotypes and their implications. Health professionals can advise you on the best ways to handle the situation.

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Never throw away your watermelon seeds, This is why.

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Never throw away your watermelon seeds, this is why.

Never throw away your watermelon seeds, This is why.

Never throw away your watermelon seeds, This is why; Native to the African continent, watermelon is a large juicy berry that is usually grown from April to June. It is an ideal fruit to keep people hydrated in summer as it contains above 90 per cent water. The black seeds of the fruit are also consumed as roasted snacks or used as flour. Watermelon seeds provide several health benefits; some of which have been mentioned below:

Here are some Health Benefits of Watermelon Seeds

  • Provides essential nutrients

Watermelon seeds are nutrient rich.  They contain the proteins globulin and albumin, which collectively aids our immune system, helps fight infections and maintains the fluid levels in our bloodstream. The seeds also contain minerals like magnesium, iron and zinc, which are essential for our metabolic functions as well as vitamin C, B complex and amino acids.

  • Protects the heart

High levels of LDL-cholesterol cause a rise in fat deposits in our arteries and raise the risk of arterial blockage and heart attacks. Watermelon seeds contain monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids which reduce LDL-cholesterol or “bad” cholesterol levels in the bloodstream.

  • Lowers blood pressure

Those suffering from high blood pressure levels should consume watermelon seeds. They contain magnesium, which helps lower high blood pressure and even helps make the antihypertensive drugs more effective.

  • Controls diabetes

Watermelon seeds are also said to be good for patients who suffer from elevated blood sugar levels. Studies suggest that the presence of magnesium in watermelon seeds helps manage insulin sensitivity and reduce blood sugar levels.

  • Heals wounds

Watermelon seed contains a high concentration of the amino acid L-arginine. As per research, L-arginine increases nitric oxide levels, which in turn helps heal wounds faster.

  • Maintains skin and hair integrity

Watermelon seeds contain antioxidants that protect our skin by preventing oxidative damage from free radicals, which causes ageing. Magnesium and zinc present in the seeds are also said to strengthen hair.

  • Benefits to men

They are considered a good source of iron, magnesium and zinc. What’s most interesting about the nutrition in watermelon seeds when it comes to men’s health is that these are three key nutrients for sexual health. A deficiency in iron can cause fatigue. Magnesium is involved in sex hormone production. And zinc is sometimes called the “man’s mineral,” because it is essential for prostate and sperm health. Who knew watermelon seeds were so healthy?

source: news18

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ALERT! Eating Banku Wrapped In Polythene Materials Equals To Smoking 135 Sticks Of Cigarette

ALERT! Eating Banku Wrapped In Polythene Materials Equals To Smoking 135 Sticks Of Cigarette; Banku is one of the commonest Ghanaian dishes and a lot of people have adapted to wrapping it in polythene materials as it is believed to keep the banku fresh and warm. Nobody knows who brought this ideology or where it came from.

Mr.Dominic Gyamfi, a researcher of the University of Ghana Medical School has come out to educate and warn the general public on the serious consequences this act poses to our health.

According to Dominic Gyamfi, plastic materials such as polythene bags, plastic bowls, and take-away packs contains harmful chemicals which are very dangerous to the health of consumers. Read more…

 

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