Persons living with albinism (PLWA) in Ghana face complex challenges that go beyond genetic and medical vulnerabilities. Despite efforts by non-governmental organizations such as Engage Now Africa (ENA) to improve their quality of life through targeted interve...

Individuals living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) face challenges such as financial constraints, stress stemming from both the illness itself and its treatment. These challenges encompass physical, psychological, emotional, and social dimensions. As CKD imp...

Breast and cervical cancers are significant public health concerns, particularly for women in low- and middle-income countries like Ghana. Despite ongoing awareness efforts, knowledge gaps and misconceptions persist among adolescent girls, who are a critical p...

Substance use in adolescents has become a growing concern globally. Its use affects the quality of life of adolescents as well as burdening them with short- and long-term effects encompassing their physical, social and mental wellbeing. General aim: The main a...

Adolescence represents a crucial phase of human development, characterized by heightened nutritional requirements that support optimal physical growth and mental development. In rapidly urbanizing environments such as Ashaiman, adolescents often encounter diet...

Biological hazards, including Hepatitis B, HIV, Tuberculosis, and COVID-19, pose major occupational risks to healthcare workers. Despite training and policies, gaps often exist between knowledge, attitudes, and actual practices of infection prevention and cont...

Oral health is a vital component of general health and quality of life, yet it remains one of the most neglected aspects of public health in developing countries. This study examined the effect of poor oral health on the overall health and well-being of people...

Despite the scale-up of Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) in Ghana, sustaining optimal adherence remains a significant challenge. Poor adherence compromises treatment outcomes, increases the risk of drug resistance, and undermines the country’s progress toward the...

Introduction: Hypertension is a widespread, life-threatening condition affecting over 1.28 billion adults globally, with a disproportionate burden in low- and middle-income countries. Despite the availability of effective medications and lifestyle intervention...

Despite global progress in prevention and treatment, mother-to-child transmission of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) remains a major public health challenge, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Although HIV testing has been integrated into...