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The Impact of Social Media on Body Image and Health Trends
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA In the digital age, social media has become a powerful force shaping public perceptions of health and body image. As platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook dominate our daily lives, they wield significant influence over how… Continue reading
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The Ethics of Clinical Trials in Low-Income Countries
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA Conducting clinical trials in low-income countries raises significant ethical questions. While these trials are essential for advancing medical science, they must be managed with careful consideration of ethical principles to ensure fairness and respect for all… Continue reading
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The Impact of Social Media on Health Trends: Misinformation vs. Awareness
Hamza Asumah In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives, shaping how we connect, share, and receive information. Among its many influences, social media plays a pivotal role in the realm of health… Continue reading
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The Ethical Dilemma: Ghana Medical Association’s Stance Amidst the Illegal Mining Crisis
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA Ghana finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with the devastating repercussions of illegal mining—locally dubbed “galamsey.” The environmental degradation, rampant pollution of water bodies, and the ensuing health crises are igniting fierce debates across the nation.… Continue reading
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The Controversy of ‘Pay-for-Performance’ Healthcare Models: Balancing Incentives and Ethics
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA In recent years, the healthcare industry has seen a shift toward pay-for-performance (P4P) models, where financial incentives are tied to the quality and efficiency of care provided by healthcare professionals. While proponents argue that these models… Continue reading
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Gamification of Health: Ethical Risks in Patient Engagement
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA In recent years, the concept of gamification has gained significant traction across various sectors, including healthcare. By incorporating game-like elements into health interventions, the aim is to enhance patient engagement, motivation, and overall outcomes. However, this… Continue reading
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Telemedicine Adoption: Revolutionizing Access or Excluding the Underserved
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA The rapid growth of telemedicine across the globe has sparked a revolution in healthcare access, particularly in regions like Africa, where vast distances and limited healthcare infrastructure have historically posed significant challenges. While telemedicine promises to… Continue reading
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The Future of Workforce Automation in Healthcare: Threat or Opportunity?
Hamza Asumah, MD MBA As the healthcare industry undergoes rapid transformation, automation and robotics are at the forefront of this evolution. These technologies promise to redefine how care is delivered, presenting both challenges and opportunities that could reshape the workforce… Continue reading
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Healthcare Data Monetization: Ethical or Exploitative?
Hamza Asumah MD, MBA In recent years, the healthcare industry has witnessed a technological revolution that has transformed the way patient data is collected, stored, and analyzed. With the rise of electronic health records (EHRs), mobile health applications, and wearable… Continue reading
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The Role of Private Sector in Public Health: Partner or Competitor?
Hamza Asumah, MD, MBA Public health systems worldwide strive to ensure that populations have access to essential health services. However, the challenge of meeting the diverse needs of communities often requires collaboration between public and private sectors. The dynamics between… Continue reading










