Health News of Sunday, 18 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Nkwanta South Municipality in the Oti Region is grappling with a severe malnutrition and healthcare crisis in the aftermath of recent conflicts. Even before the outbreak of violence, malnutrition rates among children under five had been rising, and now over 5,000 children are reported to be affected, with many in severe condition. In response, the Nkwanta South Municipal Health Directorate, in collaboration with the Ghana Ambulance Service, has screened and weighed over 1,000 children under five to identify those most at risk. Senior Nutrition Officer at Nkwanta Municipal Hospital, Nancy Dogoe, with support from Unicom Chemist, educated mothers on the importance of providing nutritious meals. Dogoe called on the government and benevolent organisations to provide additional support, including food, drugs, and logistical assistance, to address the rising malnutrition cases.

Source: GhanaWeb January 18, 2026 15:00 UTC