Media General continues to make waves in the journalism world, as two of its top journalists-Portia Gabor and Emmanuel Samani-secured the first and second place honors at the 2023 Emerging Health Technologies (EHTs) Media Award of Excellence.
This prestigious award, organized by the Platform for Dialogue and Action on Health Technologies in Africa (Health Tech Platform) and the African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP), celebrates exceptional journalism that raises public awareness and understanding of emerging health technologies (EHTs) in Africa.
Portia Gabor won first place in the TV category for her groundbreaking story on the use of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) systems in neurosurgery at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital.
Her report showcased how these advanced technologies are being used to enhance surgical precision, providing new hope for patients with complex brain conditions.