[ad_1] The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate is alarmed over the sharp rise in synthetic drug abuse across the region. Regional Health Director, Dr. Fred Adomako-Boateng, revealed substances such as cannabis and alcohol now account for over 55% of all substance-induced psychiatric admissions in Kumasi and neighbouring districts. He revealed prevalence and incidence of drug use…
[ad_1] Award-winning Ghanaian rapper and entertainer Denning Edem Hotor, popularly known as Ayigbey Edem, has cautioned young people against drug abuse, describing it as a destructive habit capable of ruining lives, families and communities. He delivered the message at the 9th edition of the Eledzi Health Walk, which drew scores of participants onto the streets…
[ad_1] Frank Acheampong The Chinese Professional Football League has imposed a US$70,000 fine on Chengdu Rongcheng FC after supporters racially abused Ghanaian forward Frank Acheampong during a league match against Henan FC. Acheampong, 32, was subjected to offensive chants and racist gestures from a section of the home crowd. According to Chinese state-run outlet…
[ad_1] ‘A lot of people see athletes as robots’ – Kirby on body image and abuse “I’ve had comments where people have said: ‘Fran played really well, what a game, but she looks big today.’ I’m like: ‘Why is that comment necessary?’ It shouldn’t matter what my body shape is.” Chelsea and England midfielder Fran…
[ad_1] Connor Ripley shared some of the abuse he faced on social media Warning: Contains content which readers may find distressing. Carlisle United have apologized to Port Vale goalkeeper Connor Ripley after he was subjected to abuse by a supporter. The Cumbrians said they were working with police to identify who was responsible for the…
[ad_1] St Johnstone’s Diallang Jaiyesimi was sent off at Ibrox following a VAR review St Johnstone will alert Police Scotland after midfielder Diallang Jaiyesimi was racially abused on social media. The 25-year-old, on loan at the Scottish Premiership club from Charlton Athletic, was sent off in the first half of the 2-0 defeat at Rangers…
[ad_1] Chris Sutton explores referee abuse in grassroots football Allegations of serious offenses against match officials in grassroots football increased in 2022-23 from the previous season, according to new FA data. There were 1,451 allegations, up by 1%, with 72 about an actual or attempted assault, 391 about actual or attempted physical contact and 988…
[ad_1] Chelsea have condemned the online racist abuse of Lauren James, who has played for the club since 2021 Lauren James is “not in a good place” after being subject to “disgusting” and “unacceptable” online racist abuse, says Chelsea manager Emma Hayes. Chelsea released a statement strongly condemning the abuse on Tuesday. And on Wednesday…
[ad_1] James signed for Chelsea in July 2021 Chelsea have condemned the online racist abuse directed towards attacker Lauren James. In a statement, the west London club said they “stand strongly against any form of abuse and discriminatory behavior”. “Discrimination has no place at Chelsea Football Club or in any of our communities,” they added….
[ad_1] One in five players at the 2023 Women’s World Cup received discriminatory, abusive or threatening messaging, a new report has revealed. The findings released by Fifa and Fifpro showed 152 players were targeted on social media. Players at the 2023 women’s tournament were 29% more likely to be targeted than those at the 2022…
