News
Don’t misuse ‘laughing gas’ – FDA cautions public
- /home/u249204778/domains/spectator.com.gh/public_html/wp-content/plugins/mvp-social-buttons/mvp-social-buttons.php on line 27
https://spectator.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Laughing-gas-is-used-in-some-pubs.jpg&description=Don’t misuse ‘laughing gas’ – FDA cautions public', 'pinterestShare', 'width=750,height=350'); return false;" title="Pin This Post">
- Share
- Tweet /home/u249204778/domains/spectator.com.gh/public_html/wp-content/plugins/mvp-social-buttons/mvp-social-buttons.php on line 72
https://spectator.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Laughing-gas-is-used-in-some-pubs.jpg&description=Don’t misuse ‘laughing gas’ – FDA cautions public', 'pinterestShare', 'width=750,height=350'); return false;" title="Pin This Post">
• Laughing gas is used in some pubs
The public has been cautioned against the misuse of Nitrous Oxide gas also known as ‘laughing gas’ due to its extremely hazardous effects.
Abusers of Nitrous Oxide gas are prone to suffocating and loss of consciousness whilst long-term recreational use (abusers) could also compromise the immune system, cause low blood pressure, heart attack and anaemia.
In a statement signed by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) Ms Delese Mimi Darko, she said the misuse of the ‘laughing gas’ could also cause mental and neurological disorders (hand and foot numbness and limb spasms), depression and incontinence.
The Authority said its attention had been drawn to the abuse or misuse of Nitrous Oxide gas at nightclubs and parties in the forms of balloons and canisters to induce euphoria and laughter.
The FDA has thus strongly admonished nightclubs, pubs and party organisers to desist from the inappropriate use of Nitrous Oxide gas in their facilities. The public is also thereby urged to promptly report to the Authority on the abuse of Nitrous Oxide gas at such facilities.
The Authority has pledged to collaborate with other relevant stakeholder agencies to address the emerging safety concerns.
In the meantime, the FDA assures the public of its commitment in ensuring public health and safety through continuous public education, engagement and sensitisation of the public on the risks of substances of abuse.
According to the FDA, Nitrous Oxide gas is used as a propellent and a preservative in the food industry and as a medical anaesthetic analgesic.
By Spectator Reporter
A nine-member board for the New Times Corporation (NTC), publishers of The Ghanaian Times and The Spectator newspapers was sworn into office on Thursday with a call to strengthen the governance of the Corporation.![Dr. Binka (seated second from right) with Dr Okpoti [right] the board and Management of NTC photos Okai Elizabeth.](https://spectator.com.gh/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Dr.-Binka-seated-second-from-right-with-Dr-Okpoti-right-the-board-and-Management-of-NTC-photos-Okai-Elizabeth-1024x683.jpg)
The new NTC board is chaired by Dr Charity Binka and has Very Rev. Helena Amma Serwah Opoku-Sarkodie, Mr Tito Kojo Voegborlo Esq and Naana Aklerh Amenyah Kubi I as members. Read More
SKIP THE QUEUE, TAP THE NEWS
You can now read the Ghanaian Times and The Spectator newspapers from the comfort of your device via TimesNewsPlus.
Join our WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBElzjInlqHhl1aTU27
Christians have been urged to demonstrate a living faith in Jesus Christ by allowing their confession of Him as Lord and Saviour to reflect in their daily lives.
According to the Kaneshie District Pastor of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana (EPCG), Rev. Dzidzor Nathaniel Affram, a genuine Christian’s confession should go beyond words and be demonstrated through obedience to God, love for others and service to the Church.
He made the call at the 40th anniversary remembrance service for the late Wesley Kwasi Kwadzo at the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana, Maranatha Congregation at Awudome Avenui in the Volta Region.
Speaking on the theme, “The Church Built on a Living Confession,” Rev. Affram said life would continually present challenges capable of testing Christians’ faith, making it necessary for believers to hold firmly to their confession that Jesus Christ is Lord.
He explained that accepting Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour required Christians to live according to His teachings, stressing that their faith must be evident in their conduct.
“A living confession listens to God and not man,” he said, urging Christians to remain obedient to God even when faced with difficulties and pressures.
Rev. Affram further encouraged the congregation to care for vulnerable people and demonstrate concern for others, adding that such acts were practical expressions of Christian faith.
He also urged Christians to identify and use their God-given gifts to build the Church.
He said every member of the Church had a role to play and cautioned Christians against looking down on others because of their status or abilities.
The remembrance service brought together family members, friends, members of the congregation and sympathisers to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the late Wesley Kwasi Kwadzo.
By Lizzy Okai
