Perspectives

Obtaining mental health services is often a struggle, especially when socio-economic and cultural factors influence how mental health is perceived. As Jorney Baldwin, a Communications and Mental Health Advocate, explains, many cultures misunderstand or overlook what constitutes a mental health issue. In some cultures, there is the belief that only severe cases, such as schizophrenia […]

Globally, pursuing health equity is a continuous endeavour, and Ghana is no exception. Despite strides in healthcare delivery and access, the nation faces multifaceted challenges that impede progress toward achieving equitable health outcomes for all. Ghana’s healthcare system is grappling with systemic issues that undermine its capacity to deliver equitable care. Inadequate funding and resource […]

Inclusive development is fundamental to achieving rights-based, equitable growth that would make the world a better place for everyone. That is why urgent attention must be directed at every area where women and any other vulnerable demographic or social group lacks access to critical services and resources; and does not have a say in how […]

Abstinence is the act or practice of abstaining especially from engagement in sexual intercourse, or consumption of intoxicating beverages. Concerning adolescents, practicing abstinence requires high motivation, dedication, and a deep understanding from both partners. The advantages of abstinence cannot be emphasized enough, as it is the only birth control method that has a 100% success […]

Despite efforts by the World Health Organization (WHO) to implement innovative and advanced strategies to combat malaria, the World Malaria Report 2022 indicates that more than 600,000 people die of malaria yearly. Most of these deaths still occur among children under five, who are the most vulnerable. Suboptimal quality of health care and access to […]

It has been more than five decades since the National Family Planning Programme, which seeks to assist couples and individuals of all ages to achieve their reproductive goals and improve their general reproductive health was established. Although the country has made progress, including the integration of family planning in Ghana’s National Health Insurance Scheme benefits […]

14 June 2022 On 14 June every year, the global community marks World Blood Donor Day to focus on the gift of life from voluntary unpaid blood donors around the world. Once again, we, as WHO in the African Region, join the call for more people to become regular blood donors. This year’s theme, Donating […]

Introduction Women and girls face numerous challenges with regards to their sexual and reproductive health as well as accessing services. Although there are efforts to improve educational opportunities for girls, one of the challenges they face is menstrual hygiene management and other pubertal changes. Many studies have documented the impact of menstruation on the education […]

A growing number of people worldwide are failing to recognize the devasting effects of environmental crisis on health, particularly, the disproportionate impact on women and girls, as well as other vulnerable populations who lack the resources to protect themselves or adapt to the changes. According to a WHO report, climate change has the potential to […]