Publications

Achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) remains a critical goal for Ghana to provide citizens with equitable healthcare access without financial strain. The recent resolution on social participation for UHC adopted at the 77th World Health Assembly (WHA) offers a significant opportunity for the Ghanaian government to accelerate social participation mechanisms across all health systems to […]

Why should girls be ashamed to attend school or mingle with their peers because of period stigma? Why are women excluded from activities when they are on their periods? Why are girls being mocked at schools because their period came unexpectedly? Whose role is it to make periods something we can all discuss openly? Menstruation, […]

In our quest for fairness and equality, it’s clear that grasping the intricacies of gender and embracing intersectionality are vital strides toward nurturing inclusive and transformative communities. Gender and intersectionality are lenses that help us delve into the nuances of societal issues, enhancing effective and sustainable solutions for maximum impact.  Gender is a rich tapestry […]

World Malaria Day on April 25th each year reminds all to intensify the fight against one of humanity’s killer diseases; Malaria. The theme for this year’s commemoration, “Accelerating the fight against malaria for a more equitable world” underscores our collective responsibility to protect vulnerable groups, notably pregnant women and children under five (5). Pregnant women […]

In a world with resource constraints, how can societies reconcile the provision of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) with other pressing demands? Can public-private partnerships pave the way for expanded access to quality healthcare, particularly in underserved communities? How do we address the disparities in healthcare access and outcomes across different societal segments? As we strive […]

There has been disheartening news in the past few days about essential health commodities languishing at the Tema Port since August 2023, yet to be cleared, according to a press release by the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana. The health commodities, according to further news sources, are valued at $45 million, purchased with Global Fund allocations, […]

Addressing the specific needs and challenges faced by vulnerable groups, mostly women and girls is crucial in the fight against Tuberculosis (TB). Improving access to quality healthcare services, promoting gender equality, and addressing social determinants of health can help reduce the burden of TB among these populations.  TB is a highly infectious disease that leaves […]

Women have over the years, and more so now, played dynamic roles in shaping how societies, economies, and cultures work. The appreciable impact of these roles are a demonstration that women wield adequate power to support the transformation of societies. Yet, women continue to face huge setbacks that hinder their full participation and contribution in […]

Progress has been made in promoting the health and rights of people. However, some laws, policies, and practices exist that discriminate against and stigmatize women and girls, vulnerable populations, and other marginalized communities. These laws, policies, and practices withhold the rights of these vulnerable populations; which is not only a threat to their freedom but […]

The practice of female genital mutilation (FGM) has proved remarkably tenacious, despite attempts spanning nearly a century to eliminate it. Nevertheless, a number of countries have seen some declines in the practice – at least up until the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact of which is yet to be fully understood. Other changes in FGM are […]