Also known as: Cardiothoracic Centre of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital · KBTH · Urology and Nephrology Centre of Excellence at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital · Urology and Nephrology Centre of Excellence · National Cardiothoracic Centre of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Major Ghanaian teaching hospital receiving equipment donations and hosting specialized centres including cardiothoracic, cancer, and neonatal care facilities.
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Joy Online
… The warning follows concerns over children being admitted to the Rebecca Akufo-Addo Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital with complications associated with force-feeding. …
Force-feeding children can cause serious complications —Paediatrician warnsJoy Online
… He said major hospitals, including the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Koforidua Hospital and Ridge Hospital, require additional personnel to meet their operational demands. …
Health workers raise alarm over unpaid ’13th month salary’, staff shortagesJoy Online
… He cites the example of critical medical equipment, such as a dialysis machine at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, becoming unavailable because funds required for repairs have been lost through corruption. …
‘Corruption must be assassinated’ – Citizen Kofi calls for tougher punishment to reset Ghana’s cultureJoy Online
… Her diagnosis marked the beginning of a challenging period that saw her undergo chemotherapy, surgery and radiation treatment at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. …
Breast Cancer survivor Miriam Ablah Anani breaks silence on infertility stigma, abandonment and cancer battleJoy Online
… Christiana was later referred to the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital for further treatment. …
Tuba murder: Court adjourns case to September 28, as police prepare to forward docket to AGJoy Online
… He cited the recent power outage around the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital as an example of the potential risks associated with unreliable electricity supply. …
Power outages are fixable; leadership must prioritise solutions – Kofi BentilJoy Online
… Mr Bentil cited the recent outage around the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital as particularly concerning, warning that power disruptions at critical health facilities could put lives at risk. …
Ghana must rethink spending priorities amid recurring blackouts – Kofi BentilThe Ghanaian Times
… Out of 1.4 billion adults aged 30 to 79 years with hypertension, only one in five have their blood pressure under control. “Symptoms often start when there is already a damage to an organ in the body,” Cardiology Fellow and Physician Specialist at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, …
Uncontrolled BP: Major driver of stroke, kidney diseases – CardiologistDaily Guide
… Health Workers’ Commitment My visits to the Greater Accra Regional Hospital and Korle Bu Teaching Hospital provided valuable insights into the realities facing frontline health workers. …
For President Mahama, Every Mother Must Live. What About You?Joy Online
… Health workers’ commitmentMy visits to the Greater Accra Regional Hospital and Korle Bu Teaching Hospital provided valuable insights into the realities facing frontline health workers.Doctors, nurses and midwives continue to work tirelessly, often under immense pressure, to save …
For President Mahama, every mother must live. What about you?An endocrinologist at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital warns that recurrent boils, vaginal candidiasis, unexplained weight loss, frequent urination, or unusual thirst may signal diabetes. A 2023 WHO STEPS survey estimates diabetes prevalence at 5.2 per cent among Ghanaian adults aged 18–69, with 70.3 per cent having never checked their blood sugar levels.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
An endocrinologist at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital warns that recurrent boils, vaginal candidiasis, unexplained weight loss, frequent urination, or unusual thirst may signal diabetes. A 2023 WHO STEPS survey estimates diabetes prevalence at 5.2 per cent among Ghanaian adults aged 18–69, with 70.3 per cent having never checked their blood sugar levels.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Global healthcare company Novartis has expressed support for the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, with its President of Global Health signalling willingness to collaborate on research, medical equipment provision, and healthcare professional training to improve access to specialised care for Ghanaians with chronic diseases.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Korle Bu Teaching Hospital's National Cardiothoracic Centre has received a latest-generation LivaNova 3T heater-cooler unit valued at €75,000 from Quantum LC and WBHO Ltd to support open-heart surgeries and upgrade its cardiopulmonary bypass system.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Employees of GCB Bank PLC have donated a baby incubator and other medical equipment worth GH₵100,000 to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. The donation is part of 95 community projects being undertaken through GCB's 2026 Staff Community Impact Programme.
14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Medical Trust Fund has enabled more than 150 cardiac patients, including about 110 children, to access lifesaving heart treatment at the National Cardiothoracic Centre at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital during its first year of operation.
14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Medical Trust Fund marked its first anniversary by providing financial support for cardiac treatment to more than 110 children at the National Cardiothoracic Centre at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, removing barriers to lifesaving care for families unable to afford treatment.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A cardiologist at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has warned that excessive consumption of koobi and momoni — popular salted fish varieties high in sodium — could increase the risk of high blood pressure and cardiovascular complications, but recommends moderation rather than elimination.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Provident Insurance Limited has partnered with Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital's Urology and Nephrology Centre of Excellence and the Ghana Association of Urological Surgeons to launch the 2026 Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, themed "Early Detection Saves Lives," while also supporting Lifeline for Childhood Cancer Ghana as part of a broader month of cancer initiatives.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Medical Trust Fund is shifting from paying patients' medical bills to addressing structural healthcare gaps, investing in cardiac centres in Kumasi and Tamale, a cancer facility at Korle Bu, and a US$10 million Diagnostic and Imaging Centre at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital. The Fund's strategy, informed by a nationwide healthcare needs assessment, combines financial assistance, medical equipment and infrastructure, specialist training and research into non-communicable diseases.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
GCB Bank is expanding corporate social responsibility by empowering employees to identify and address community needs through the Staff Community Impact Programme, which involves about 95 staff groups across the country. Projects span health, education, environmental protection and road safety, with the bank matching funds raised by employees.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Health professionals caution that force-feeding children can cause serious complications and, in severe cases, death. A paediatrician at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital's PICU said the facility had seen several children over two years with complications from force-feeding, prompting a "Protect My Little Lungs" campaign to educate parents and caregivers about its dangers.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Health Services Workers' Union has raised concerns over the non-payment of a '13th-month salary' agreed under collective agreement and warns of severe staff shortages in public health facilities, placing excessive pressure on workers and affecting healthcare delivery. The Union says recruitment has focused on doctors and nurses while leaving other essential categories—paramedics, disease control officers, administrative staff, security personnel, orderlies and labourers—behind.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Businessman Dr Kofi Amoah has called for Ghana to rethink how it investigates and punishes corruption, arguing that current approaches risk making corruption an attractive route to wealth and social status, particularly as the country seeks to build competitive indigenous businesses and transform its economy.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Miriam Ablah Anani, a fashion designer, has spoken publicly about her 2020 breast cancer diagnosis, her treatment at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, and the personal challenges including her partner's abandonment and financial hardship during chemotherapy. She is urging women to seek early medical attention and remain hopeful despite difficult circumstances.
6 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Adabraka District Court has adjourned the case of two brothers accused of murdering a 54-year-old car dealer and shooting his wife to September 28, as police prepare to forward the case docket to the Attorney General's Office for advice.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →
IMANI Africa's Vice President Kofi Bentil says Ghana's recurring power outages can be resolved if government prioritises necessary interventions and resources, noting that technical expertise and solutions are already known. He cited a recent power outage at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital as an example of the risks posed by unreliable electricity supply and stressed that Ghanaian engineers have the capacity to address the challenges if given adequate resources.
22 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyer Kofi Bentil called on the government to rethink its spending priorities, arguing that Ghana has the technical expertise and resources to fix recurring power outages but questions why interventions have not been prioritized. He contended that the government should focus on strengthening essential infrastructure rather than committing significant resources to deferrable projects like demolishing and constructing new markets.
22 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Experts warn that uncontrolled high blood pressure puts over one billion people at risk worldwide, with symptoms often remaining silent until organ damage occurs. According to a cardiologist at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, regular blood pressure checks are essential for control, as a reading of 140/90 mmHg or higher should not be ignored.
20 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's maternal mortality ratio has improved from 943 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2000 to 234 in 2023, but remains above the WHO benchmark of fewer than 70 deaths per 100,000 live births by 2030. President Mahama's government has made reducing maternal mortality a national priority, viewing preventable pregnancy and childbirth complications as a critical health challenge.
18 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana has reduced its maternal mortality ratio from 943 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2000 to 234 in 2023, but this remains above the WHO benchmark of fewer than 70 deaths per 100,000 live births by 2030. President Mahama has made reducing maternal mortality a national priority through the Ministry of Health.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Vice President of the Ghana Institution of Engineering has urged the government to strengthen primary-level health infrastructure, noting that Ghana's ambulance-to-population ratio is 1 to 84,000, leaving many rural communities without reliable access to essential healthcare services.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
High blood pressure has become a leading preventable cause of illness and death globally. In Ghana, an estimated 3.7 million people—one in every three adults—live with hypertension, with nearly half unaware of their status.
13 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Board of Ho Teaching Hospital has called on the government to "secure and operationalise" a Korean Exim Bank loan facility needed for the hospital's expansion project, which the Board Chairman says is vital as the hospital faces pressure to provide specialist healthcare services and accommodate increasing patients.
10 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Adventist Health Services has committed to partner the government to complete Agenda 111 hospital projects, proposing support in trauma care, holistic wellness, oncology and cancer treatment, and rehabilitation services. The Health Minister stressed that government partnerships with faith-based and private sector organisations are essential to meeting the country's healthcare needs.
10 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Head of Accident and Emergency at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital says Ghana's healthcare infrastructure has failed to keep pace with population growth, placing enormous pressure on the country's largest referral hospital. Dr Henry Bulley cited overstretched facilities, equipment, and personnel as barriers to timely care, noting that when the hospital was built Ghana's population was below six million; today it exceeds 30 million with no corresponding expansion.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Health Minister Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah disclosed that 986 pregnant women died in Ghana in 2024, with the country's maternal mortality ratio at 235 deaths per 100,000 live births. She stressed that reducing preventable maternal deaths is a key government priority and said strengthening primary healthcare and addressing infrastructure challenges are essential to improving outcomes for mothers.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister of Local Government announced plans to formalise waste transfer loading stations and integrate tricycle waste collectors into Ghana's sanitation framework as part of a comprehensive waste management approach. Five of six designated transfer stations in Greater Accra are operating at full capacity following government action to clear refuse buildup after National Sanitation Day.
6 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Accident and Emergency Department at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital is experiencing a sharp rise in daily patient attendance, increasing from about 50–70 cases to over 100 daily. The head of the department attributed the increase to rising trauma and non-trauma cases, including strokes, sudden loss of consciousness, severe diabetic complications, kidney diseases, domestic injuries and road traffic crashes, and noted that medical emergencies have become particularly concerning, though the exact causes have not been established.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Local Government announced plans to formalise tricycle waste collectors and integrate them into Ghana's sanitation framework. Five of six waste transfer stations in Greater Accra are now operational, helping address solid waste accumulation following recent sanitation exercises, though the Malam station remains inactive pending road access.
4 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Hepatitis B infection accounts for about 75 per cent of liver cancer cases in Ghana, making it the leading cause and highlighting the need to decentralise treatment services, according to liver disease specialists. Ghana records one of the highest liver cancer burdens in Africa, with liver cancer being the second most common cancer among men and the fourth most common among women.
4 August 2026 · The Chronicle →