Harmattan Health Guide: Natural Care and Danger Signs in Ghana
By Dr. Francis Kutin, ND, MPH | Naturopathic Physician and Medical Science Communicator | BF Naturopathic Health Care and Research, Agona Duakwa, Central Region, Ghana Published and last reviewed: 9th November 2026 Every year between late October and March, dry, dusty winds blow in from the Sahara and Ghana enters the harmattan season. Lips crack, skin turns ashy and itchy, noses bleed, coughs linger, eyes burn and nights turn chilly. It is also the season when Ghana’s Health Service warns of a higher risk of meningitis. Many families reach for shea butter, honey, steam and herbal remedies, which can help, and sometimes for dangerous shortcuts. This guide explains how to care for your skin, lips, nose, throat, chest and eyes the natural and safe way, and which danger signs must never be treated at home. Meningitis warning. Go to the nearest health facility immediately if a person has a sudden high fever with a severe headache, a stiff neck or pain when bending the neck forward, ...
