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Dr.Louisa Satekla named Global Ambassador for World ORAL Health Day 2025
The FDI World Dental Federation has announced Dr. Louisa Ansong-Satekla, Ghana’s celebrated dental surgeon and public health advocate, as its Global Ambassador for an unprecedented fourth consecutive year, ahead of the 2025 World Oral Health Day (WOHD) campaign.
The 2025 campaign, rallying under the slogan “A Happy Mouth is a Happy Mind”, aims to spotlight the profound connection between oral health and overall well-being, urging global audiences to prioritize self-care through proactive dental hygiene.
Dr. Ansong-Satekla, a renowned dental surgeon and public health practitioner, will lead efforts to amplify this year’s message that oral health is foundational to mental resilience and physical vitality.
“Caring for your mouth isn’t just about a bright smile—it’s about nurturing your confidence, reducing stress, and safeguarding your body from systemic diseases,” she emphasized.
According to her, “Every brush, floss, and dental check-up is an act of self-love that benefits your entire being.”
Dr. Ansong-Satekla will spearhead initiatives targeting underserved populations, reinforcing FDI’s mission to bridge global oral health disparities, including educational programmes, interactive community events, and social media engagement to spread accessible oral health practices.
“We are excited to continue this journey with Dr Louisa, whose expertise and enthusiasm have been pivotal in shaping our campaign,” said FDI World Dental Federation.
They noted “With #WOHD25, we’re not just promoting oral hygiene—we’re sparking a global movement that highlights the profound connection between a healthy mouth and a healthy mind.”
Based in Ghana, Dr. Ansong-Satekla lead practitioner of Charisma Dental Clinic, a hub for advanced dental care and public health education.
Her innovative outreach programs, including media campaigns and grassroots workshops, have positioned her as a leading Dental Surgeon in Ghana’s healthcare industry.
Her accolades include the 2021 Ghana Outstanding Women Awards (GOWA), Pulse Health Influencer of the Year, and Health Personality of the Year at the 2022 Women’s Choice Awards Africa.
FDI praised her “dedication to merging clinical excellence with public advocacy,” noting her role in inspiring both peers and communities to prioritize preventive care.
She is currently the Ambassador of Verna Mineral Water and GC Brand.
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THE Times Ladies Association, a group consisting of female staff of the New Times Corporation (NTC), on Monday commemorated this year’s International Women’s Day with a call on women to empower themselves through education, unity and healthy living to contribute meaningfully to national development.
The event, held at the NTC’s boardroom, was attended by management members and staff of the corporation and was to celebrate the achievements of women and reflect on their role in society.
In her address, the President of the association, Mrs Georgina N.M Quaittoo, said the global celebration, marked annually on March 8, recognised the economic, political and social achievements of women while raising awareness about gender equality.
Although the international celebration fell on Sunday, she explained that the association decided to mark the occasion on March 9 to enable members to participate fully and commemorate the day in their own way.
Speaking on this year’s theme: ‘Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls,’ and the global campaign theme: ‘Give to Gain,’ she the association had over the years worked tirelessly to support the growth and progress of the corporation despite the challenges they faced.
Urged members to commit themselves to deeper service to humanity and the advancement of women. She said women were unique, resilient and invaluable to society, stating that they deserved respect, appreciation, kindness and love for the vital roles they played in families, workplaces and communities.
According to her, members of the President, who is also the Editor of The Spectator newspaper, encouraged members to empower themselves academically and take advantage of opportunities to improve their lives and careers.
She also urged them to maintain healthy lifestyles by going for regular medical check-ups, exercise regularly, get enough rest and support one another.
Moreover, she advised members to accept leadership positions when given the opportunity and to exhibit qualities such as hard work, confidence, patience, compassion and responsibility in both their homes and workplaces.
Contributing, the Chanel Marketing and Circulation Manager, Mr Alfred Koomson, said women played critical roles in society and deserved to be supported and appreciated.
He urged men to recognise that they were often vulnerable species without the care, support and contributions of women in their lives.
He, therefore, commended women for the invaluable roles they play as mothers, caregivers, professionals and leaders, stressing that society would be incomplete without them.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
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GHANA celebrated her 69th Independence Anniversary last Friday with colourful parades across all 16 regions of the country.
This year’s theme: ‘Reflect, Review, Reset,’ emphasised the importance of reflecting on the nation’s journey, assessing its current state, and planning for a brighter future.
At the Jubilee House, dignitaries present were President John Mahama, Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, former Presidents, Akufo-Addo and John Agyekum Kufuor, behalf of the President, former President of Tanzania, and other distinguished guests.
The President, John Dramani Mahama, addressed the nation at the seat of government whiles Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives addressed their various assemblies on.
As part of the celebrations, school children paraded and displayed their marching skills whiles others performed cultural and other social activities to mark the day across the regions.
