Advocating for Patient-Centered Healthcare in Africa: A Call for Transformation

Introduction Healthcare in many African countries remains entrenched in a paternalistic model, where patients have limited involvement in their treatment decisions. This traditional approach often reduces patients to passive recipients of care, with minimal interaction or shared decision-making between them and their healthcare providers. While this model may have served its purpose in earlier times, it is increasingly apparent that […]

Combating Cholera in Ghana: From Reactive Responses to Proactive Public Health Strategies

Cholera remains a persistent public health challenge in Ghana, despite decades of efforts to control its outbreaks. The recurrent nature of this preventable disease is a stark reminder of the reactive stance often taken in public health interventions across the country. Year after year, cholera outbreaks claim lives, burden healthcare systems, and disrupt communities. This article examines the flaws of […]

THE COSMETIZATION OF RELIGION: A CAUSE FOR CONCERN AND RETROSPECTION

Religion has historically served as a cornerstone of societal values, moral guidance, and spiritual connection. However, in contemporary times, there is a growing trend toward the “cosmetization of religion,” where the essence of spirituality is masked by superficial displays and materialistic motives. This shift has not only diluted the core mandate of religion but also turned it into a tool […]