In this edition of the GCP Journal, we explore key issues in healthcare and pharmaceutical practice, addressing some of the most pressing challenges faced in the Ghanaian healthcare system.
The edition sheds light on the factors influencing treatment adherence for chronic conditions, emphasizing the need for improved patient support systems. Another theme focuses on the role of healthcare professionals in providing comprehensive services for adolescents, particularly in the
Thyroid disorders are a major public health problem. Pharmacists are pivotal in identification and management of thyroid disorders. Level of knowledge and perception of pharmacists have significant influence on the roles pharmacists play in identification and management of patients with thyroid disorders. This study was conducted to assess the knowledge and perception of pharmacists in Ghana on thyroid disorders. A cross-sectional study was carried out amongst registered pharmacists in Ghana from 8th-29th May, 2021. Data was collected using a validated online questionnaire. Participants’ socio-demographic characteristics and
Significant morbidity and mortality are associated with antimicrobial resistance. Monitoring of antimicrobial medication use is therefore essential. The Access, Watch and Reserve (AWaRe) classification of antibiotics developed by the WHO in 2017 supports antimicrobial stewardship efforts and facilitates monitoring of antibiotic use by institutions and nations. The AWaRe tool classifies antibiotics into three groups, Access, Watch and Reserve to emphasize significance of their appropriate use. The aim of this study was to assess antibiotic prescription patterns within the University of Ghana Medical Centre using
Despite significant progress in lowering HIV infection rates and AIDS-related mortality thanks to prevention programs and the use of highly active antiretroviral drugs (HAART), sub-Saharan Africa still has the highest HIV prevalence rate in the world at 67 percent, accounting for 72 percent of all HIV-related deaths globally. The patient's level of adherence— which includes keeping appointment times, taking drugs as directed, and not skipping out on therapy—determines how well these antiretrovirals work for a certain patient. This study's objectives were to assess the level
Community pharmacies have been globally recognized for their vital role in providing primary and reproductive healthcare services, particularly in delivering adolescent-friendly sexual and reproductive health services (AFSRHS). Positioned strategically within communities, these cadre of professionals have the potential to offer a range of essential services for adolescents. Despite this potential, limited research has been conducted to assess the knowledge levels of community pharmacists regarding AFSRHS and the readiness of community pharmacies to provide these services. This study aimed to address this gap by comprehensively assessing
Thyroid disorders are a major public health problem. Pharmacists are pivotal in identification and management of thyroid disorders. Level of knowledge and perception of pharmacists have
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Significant morbidity and mortality are associated with antimicrobial resistance. Monitoring of antimicrobial medication use is therefore essential. The Access, Watch and Reserve (AWaRe) classification
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Despite significant progress in lowering HIV infection rates and AIDS-related mortality thanks to prevention programs and the use of highly active antiretroviral drugs (HAART), sub-Saharan
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Community pharmacies have been globally recognized for their vital role in providing primary and reproductive healthcare services, particularly in delivering adolescent-friendly sexual and reproductive health
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