CDC recommends new tool to protect infants from hospitalization
The CDC is recommending a new immunization starting this fall to help protect all infants under eight months, and some older babies, at increased risk…
Seawater is beneficial for skin health
Summer presents the opportunity for visits to the beach which offers seawater that has many benefits for the skin. According to Stanford University, magnesium, calcium,…
Parliament building to be refurbished during summer recess
The House of Representatives went on recess on July 25 and the Senate is expected to proceed on a similar break shortly. Refurbishing works will…
World Hepatitis Day
World Hepatitis Day is marked annually on 28 July when it brings the world together under a single theme to raise awareness of the global…
Africa news roundup
July 16-22, 2023 Ghana Buffer Stock receives GH¢100 million to settle debt The government has released GH¢100 million (USD8.67 million) to settle part of the…
Over 1 in 10 young adults regularly use e-cigarettes, CDC report says
Over 1 in 10 young adults in the United States regularly use e-cigarettes, according to a new report from the US Centers for Disease Control…
Technology boost for JCF’s station records and case management
Training for and expansion of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Station Records and Case Management Systems will be enhanced technologically following the handover of computers…
Self-Employed reminded to contribute to the NHT
All self-employed persons are being reminded that they should be making regular contributions to the National Housing Trust (NHT) in order to benefit from the…
Africa news roundup
July 9-15, 2023 Ghana Charles Bissue takes on Sammy Darko Former secretary of the defunct Inter-ministerial Committee on Illegal Mining, Charles Bissue, has accused the…
Short sleep prevents benefits of exercise for the brain
Exercising has numerous benefits for the body like preventing chronic disease, lengthening life, warding off dementia, slowing cognitive decline and much more. But, the amount…