The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) and the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) have harmonised their regulatory and certification activities to expedite approval processes for businesses as well as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This initiative, approved by the Boards of both authorities, aims to reduce the cost of regulatory approvals and product certifications while also providing significant time savings. Local manufacturers will no longer have to navigate two separate processes to obtain regulatory approval from the FDA and certification from the GSA. The harmonisation involves sharing data and clarifying testing and inspection procedures, leading to lower fees and faster turnaround times. Dr Delese Mimi Darko, Chief Executive Officer of the FDA, and Prof. Alexander Dodoo, Director-General of the GSA, together emphasized that the initiative would substantially cut down costs and
Category Archives: HEALTH-STYLE
Nov
Featured Graphic.com.gh Nov – 04 – 2024 , 14:46 A clinical oncologist, Dr Edwina Ayaaba Ayavilah has called on the government to provide strategic support and investment to expand radiotherapy facilities nationwide in the battle against breast cancer. She emphasized that cultural beliefs often hinder timely medical care, advocating for ongoing, year-round awareness campaigns and localized research to better understand cancer trends in Ghana and across Africa. Dr. Ayavilah was speaking at the “Blossoms of Hope” breast cancer awareness event organized by Goldkey Properties and the UK Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) in Accra on Thursday, October 24. The event aimed to raise awareness about breast cancer, focusing on prevention, early detection, and treatment options. Held at Cantonments City Green Park and supported by Blue Skies Ghana LTD, “Blossoms of
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, has acknowledged that the company made errors in censoring COVID-19-related content during the pandemic and expressed regret for not resisting pressure from the Biden administration. In a letter to the US House Judiciary Committee, Zuckerberg detailed how senior White House officials exerted pressure on the social media giant to remove […]
Many adults, especially those over 60, take daily fish oil supplements to maintain heart health due to their high omega-3 fatty acid content. However, a new study suggests that regular fish oil use may increase the risk of first-time stroke and atrial fibrillation in people with good cardiovascular health. Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is an […]
Nightmares and hallucinations, or ‘daymares’, may signal the onset of autoimmune diseases like lupus, according to an international team led by the University of Cambridge and King’s College London. The team emphasizes the need for greater acknowledgment of mental health and neurological symptoms as potential early warnings of disease worsening. They surveyed 676 lupus patients, […]
May
Adrian Gore, CEO of Discovery, has reassured medical aid members that the recent signing of the National Health Insurance (NHI) into law will not affect their cover and benefits for a considerable time. Gore acknowledged that President Ramaphosa’s approval of the NHI Act has caused anxiety but urged members to focus on the facts. He […]
A 30-year study conducted in the US found that consuming ultra-processed foods may lead to a slightly higher risk of premature death. The research, published in The BMJ, suggests that while not all ultra-processed food products need to be restricted, limiting certain types could benefit long-term health. Ultra-processed foods include packaged baked goods, snacks, soft […]
May
In a heartwarming show of solidarity and support, an Indian record holder is extending words of encouragement to Nigerians, emphasizing the importance of collaboration rather than competition. This message comes in the wake of Hilda Baci’s remarkable achievement in the Cook-a-Thon event, which captivated audiences worldwide. The Indian record holder’s words highlight the significance of […]