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The world’s first malaria vaccine immunisation is to start in 2018 with phase one of the pilot deployment of the vaccine in sub-Saharan Africa. (WHO). The vaccine known as Mosquirix or RTS’S and developed by British drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline is only partially effective and needs to be given in a four-dose schedule. The vaccine was developed […]

Typhoid fever is a type of Enteric Fever and is a bacterial infection caused by the bacteria called Salmonella typhi. The bacteria is spread by eating food or drinking water which has been contaminated with the feces or urine of an infected person. It usually develops 6-30 days after being exposed to the bacteria. It […]

In line with the institution's  policy on CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY of helping societies, the clinic undertook a free medical screening at Gomoa Fetteh in the Central Region. The occasion was the AHOBAA KESE AKWANBO FESTIVAL 2016, by the people. People were screened for 1. Hypertension 2. Diabetes and 3. Dental problems. Apart from the above, [...]

You brush your teeth every day; exercise is equally important for your daily routine. Turn off the TV or computer, and get at least 30 minutes of exercise every day. To work your heart, it’s got to be aerobic exercise. You’ve got lots of options: walking, jogging, biking, rowing machine, elliptical machine, swimming. But don’t […]

These practical tips cover the basics of healthy eating, and can help you make healthier choices: Base your meals on starchy foods Starchy foods should make up around one third of the foods you eat. Starchy foods include potatoes, cereals, pasta, rice and bread. Choose wholegrain varieties (or eat potatoes with their skins on) when you […]

Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the leading cause of death worldwide. It’s responsible for more than 73,000 deaths in the Africa each year. About 1 in 6 men and 1 in 10 women die from CHD. In the UK, there are an estimated 2.3 million people living with CHD and around 2 million people affected by angina (the most common symptom of coronary […]

Asthma is a common long-term condition that can cause coughing, wheezing, chest tightness and breathlessness. The severity of these symptoms varies from person to person. Asthma can be controlled well in most people most of the time, although some people may have more persistent problems. Occasionally, asthma symptoms can get gradually or suddenly worse. This […]