Longevity, influence and the social media trap: Who do we trust with our health?

Ghana, over the last few years, has been in a tough battle with illegal mining, also known as galamsey. This action has cost the country several water bodies, land and vegetation.  In this episode of Qonversations, the head of the political desk at GhanaWeb, Etsey Atisu, walks us through a documentary which focuses on the depth of damage caused by this illicit act.

In the era of social media, post-COVID, and with mental health at the forefront, a shift is taking place in how people perceive well-being. As a new approach that looks beyond traditional medicine gains popularity, one voice stands out: Natalie Lefevre, a longevity expert whose journey from personal health struggles to keynote speaker and influencer has inspired many. “I believe we’re in a major paradigm shift,” Natalie explains. According to the health optimisation expert, who was misdiagnosed 18 years ago, conventional systems often fail to address the root causes of illness. Instead, she advocates for a proactive, investigative approach to health—one that emphasizes prevention, self-awareness, and personal responsibility.