KWEI JONES QUARTEY | BLOG

Kwei Quartey, MD, blogs about African writing and literature, African mysteries, being a Ghanaian-American writer, travel to Africa and beyond, human rights, politics, popular culture, and medicine.

Have Visa, Will Travel: Moving to Spain as an African American

An African American in Spain – One Month Out I’m holding in my hand the thing that makes it all real. A shiny, official Spanish visa...

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Jun 303 min read

ISRAEL AND IRAN WAR: If This Is the Start of WWIII, It Won’t Look Like Grandpa’s War

Normandy: Visible war. Human sacrifice (Open AI) B-2 Bomber: Invisible war. Remote destruction (Open AI) Tonight (June 20, 2025), the...

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Jun 223 min read

The Truth About the "White Genocide" Narrative in South Africa

The Myth Exploded: MeidasTouch Investigation According to a May 2025 exclusive from the MeidasTouch Network , Donald Trump handed South...

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May 222 min read

The Impact of Fiction on Cultural Narratives

Fiction has always been a powerful tool for storytelling and cultural expression. Through narratives, it shapes our understanding of the...

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May 193 min read

My Attendance At His Majesty’s Council--Medieval Satire

Wherein little policy is discussed and flattery flows more copiously than wine at His Majesty's banquet. His Majesty and The Royal...

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May 54 min read

Measles Outbreak 2025--RFK Jr's Misinformation Is Making It Worse

Why measles vaccine misinformation could bring back diseases we thought were gone for good. MMR vaccine—protection against measles,...

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Apr 303 min read

A New Mystery Series Takes Shape in Spain

Finding Inspiration Amidst Challenges For a time, it felt like the fire had gone out. Leaving the U.S. under political pressure and...

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Apr 183 min read

Life-Changing Choices: Leaving for a New Chapter

The lush green of Oviedo and surroundings (Reconstructed with AI) There are moments in life when we are faced with choices so profound...

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Apr 25 min read

Unveiling the Journey of a Celebrated Storyteller

Storytelling has a unique power. It connects us, educates us, and captivates our imagination. One of the storytellers who masterfully...

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Mar 244 min read

The Measles Resurgence: What’s Happening in 2025?

Understanding the Current Outbreak Measles is making a dangerous comeback in the U.S. As of March 2025, over 200 cases (likely an...

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Mar 134 min read

Corporate Media Keeps Smoothing Over Trump’s Wreckage

Legacy Media Unraveled: Power, Influence, and the Press (Image: Leonardo AI) A Blaze of Euphemisms If you’ve been following the...

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Mar 65 min read

Understanding Donald Trump: The Man Behind the Persona

Introduction Conversations about Donald Trump often focus on his polarizing persona and unpredictable behavior. Observers either...

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Feb 55 min read

Humpty Dumpty Climbed Too High: The Soaring Cost of Eggs

Humpty Dumpty climbed up high, And egged-on prices kissed the sky. All the king’s horses and all the king’s men, Couldn't bring Humpty...

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Jan 303 min read

Understanding Oligarchy and Its Implications in America

What is an Oligarchy? An oligarchy is a system of governance where power is concentrated in the hands of a few individuals or families....

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Jan 194 min read

The Brain on Conspiracies: Understanding the Neurological Differences Between Believers and Non-Believers

Introduction As the election season is upon us, conspiracy theories are taking on new importance, influencing public opinion and voting...

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Oct 28, 20243 min read

25 Effective Ways to Combat Political Stress Syndrome (PSS) During Election Season

What is Political Stress Syndrome (PSS)? Political Stress Syndrome (PSS) is an increasingly recognized mental health concern....

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Oct 12, 20243 min read

Migraines: 10 Helpful Tips From a Doctor-Writer-Patient Who Knows

As a physician, I've dedicated my life to helping others navigate their health challenges. Yet, since the age of ten, I've been grappling...

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Sep 26, 20244 min read

The Whitewashed Tombs: Reflecting on Medicine, Printing, and Writing as Lifelong Practices

Writing and Medicine: A Shared Commitment to Lifelong Improvement As an author and former medical doctor, the release of my latest novel...

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Sep 4, 20244 min read

The Start Of A New Era?

Dread and Depression: The Re-Election Campaign of President Biden As President Biden campaigned for re-election, a cloud of dread and...

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Aug 7, 20244 min read

THE WHITEWASHED TOMBS SNEAK PEEK VIDEO

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Jul 19, 20241 min read

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