University of Health and Allied Sciences

The Response of Extensive Fungal Infections of the Soles of Feet, Palms, and Nails to Low-Dose Food-Grade Hydrogen Peroxide: A Case Report

Background: Due to its growing resistance to treatment, dermatophytosis remains a major global health challenge. Recent case reports of tinea unguium resolution using low-dose food-grade hydrogen peroxide (FGHP) in two patients with 25- and 52-year histories of the disease sugges...

Nurses’ and midwives’ ethical perspectives on euthanasia legalisation in advanced cancer care

BackgroundEuthanasia remains a highly debated issue in end-of-life care because it raises ethical concerns surrounding patient autonomy, relief of suffering, professional responsibilities, and the sanctity of life. Nurses and midwives frequently face these ethical challenges in c...

Seroprevalence of Toxoplasma gondii among pregnant women seeking antenatal care in Ho Municipality of the Volta Region of Ghana

Toxoplasmosis, caused by Toxoplasma gondii , is a globally prevalent zoonotic infection with significant maternal–fetal health consequences. In Ghana, regional studies have reported high seroprevalence among pregnant women, but data from the Volta Region remain limited. A cross-s...

Child health service coverage estimation using routine health data from Ghana’s Eastern Region

Abstract Background Suboptimal resource allocation limits uptake of essential health services in sub-Saharan Africa. Reliable population denominators and coverage estimates are needed to better match health facility resources to local demand. An estimation approach utilising rout...

High seroprevalence of Toxoplasma gondii infection among patients with HIV attending clinic in a tertiary hospital in Ghana: a cross-sectional survey

Toxoplasma gondii infects over a billion people globally, posing severe risks for HIV patients due to immunosuppression. High seroprevalence of T. gondii infection has been reported in sub-Saharan Africa, however, data from Ghana’s Volta Region remain limited. This study assessed...

Aphrodisiac Use and Male Sexual Health in Ghana: Prevalence, Attitudes, and Sociocultural Determinants

Abstract Introduction Aphrodisiac use is an important but understudied sexual health behavior shaped by sexual performance expectations, peer influence, and access to enhancement products. Evidence from sub-Saharan Africa remains limited. This study examined the prevalence, attit...

Maternal willingness to participate in research involving neuroimaging, biological sample collection, and data storage: Towards a Multicentre Neurodevelopmental Research in a low-resource setting

Background Maternal participation in neurodevelopmental research involving neuroimaging and diverse biological samples is essential for understanding prenatal influences on early brain development, yet willingness in low-resource settings remains underexplored. Method We surveyed...

Psychosocial interventions for antiretroviral therapy adherence in people living with HIV in West Africa: a scoping review and bibliometric analysis

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) compromises the immune system and remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality. While antiretroviral therapy (ART) is accessible to many individuals, inadequate adherence continues to compromise viral suppression, especially in resource-limi...

Lessons from the application of Implementation Research (IR) to real-life policy decisions: a case study of the Ghana SAVING Consortium

Implementation Research (IR) promotes integration of research findings into policy and practice within health systems. IR provides a mechanism for adapting evidence into policy processes and decisions amid shifting priorities. This study shares lessons on how core IR characterist...

Annual trends in Mycobacterium tuberculosis detection and rifampicin resistance at a regional referral hospital in Northern Ghana, 2019–2024

Background Tuberculosis (TB) remains an important public health problem in Ghana, while rifampicin-resistant TB (RR-TB) poses an additional challenge to TB control. Routine molecular diagnostic data can provide useful information on temporal patterns of TB detection and drug resi...

LC-MS analysis, In-vitro & in-silico antioxidant potential and cosmeceutical application of Crocus sativus (saffron)

The skin, a prominent organ undergoing noticeable changes over time, serves as a model for unravelling ageing complexities. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) contribute to intrinsic ageing, emphasising the need for interventions targeting skin health. This research highlights the Cro...

Caregivers’ adoption of telemedicine for children with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia receiving oral chemotherapy in palliative care settings in Ghana: a qualitative study

Childhood acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) requires prolonged chemotherapy, often placing caregiving responsibility on families. In low- and middle-income countries such as Ghana, access to specialist care is limited, and telemedicine has emerged as a potential support tool. H...

HISTOPATHOLOGICAL PATTERNS AND PROPORTIONS OF CERVICAL INTRAEPITHELIAL NEOPLASIA AND INVASIVE CERVICAL CANCER AT HO TEACHING HOSPITAL

Retrospective Histopathological Review of Cervical Lesions at Ho Teaching Hospital, Ghana (2018 to 2025) Description This manuscript presents a retrospective histopathological review of cervical lesions evaluated at Ho Teaching Hospital in Ghana from 2018 to 2025. Conducted as pa...

HISTOPATHOLOGICAL PATTERNS AND PROPORTIONS OF CERVICAL INTRAEPITHELIAL NEOPLASIA AND INVASIVE CERVICAL CANCER AT HO TEACHING HOSPITAL

Retrospective Histopathological Review of Cervical Lesions at Ho Teaching Hospital, Ghana (2018 to 2025) Description This manuscript presents a retrospective histopathological review of cervical lesions evaluated at Ho Teaching Hospital in Ghana from 2018 to 2025. Conducted as pa...

Heavy metal concentrations in composite breast milk and health risk assessment for breastfed infants in Ho, Ghana

Background Breast milk is the optimal source of infant nutrition but may serve as a pathway for exposure to environmental contaminants. Objectives To quantify aluminum (Al), arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), and mercury (Hg) in composite breast milk and assess non-carcinogen...

Challenges of home visit practice and perceived solutions for improvement in Ghanaian context: perspectives of healthcare professional and community informants

Abstract Background Home visits conducted by nurses and other health professionals are pivotal in ensuring access to healthcare and social services, particularly for the poor and marginalized in Ghana. This paper presents findings from a study conducted in the first and last quar...

Respiratory symptoms up to 18 months after COVID-19 – a longitudinal observational study

Abstract Background This study aimed to identify, analyse and compare adults with and without respiratory symptoms over time after COVID-19 and identify predictors of persistent respiratory symptoms, in hospitalised and non-hospitalised patients. Methods Participants were recruit...

Psychometric properties of the 7-item game addiction scale among Ghanaian university students

Recent studies have reported that video game addiction is prevalent among university students. Despite this, video game addiction studies in Ghana are scarce. In addition, there is no validated scale for assessing video game addiction in Ghana. The purpose of this study was to ex...

Self-reported history of tuberculosis diagnosis, knowledge, and prevention practices among adults in selected regions of Ghana

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major public health challenge and one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Despite ongoing control efforts, delayed diagnosis, poor treatment adherence, inadequate knowledge, and suboptimal preventive practices continue to hinder...

Retinotopic remapping of the visual system in deaf adults

Abstract Deaf individuals rely on visual rather than auditory cues to detect events in the periphery, putting a greater demand on neural resources for vision. Comparing visual maps in the brains of early deaf and hearing adults, we found a redistribution of neural resources in th...