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Touched by His Grace is the deeply personal and inspiring autobiography of Professor Sam Newton, a renowned Ghanaian medical doctor, epidemiologist, columnist, and public health advocate. Through honest reflections drawn from a well-kept diary, this compelling memoir captures his life’s journey—marked by faith, resilience, and divine providence.
✨ In his own words, Prof. Newton describes the book as “a simple true testimony to the Grace of God.” From academic excellence to professional detours, painful failures, moments of uncertainty, and triumphant comebacks, this autobiography recounts an extraordinary life path shaped by perseverance and unwavering faith.
✨ The book covers his early upbringing, medical education, and eventual rise as a Professor of Epidemiology and Global Health at the School of Public Health, KNUST. It also highlights his public engagement as the famed “Dr. Clayton Clay”—the Mirror’s trusted health columnist from 1998 to 2010.
✨ Touched by His Grace is not just a personal story—it’s a chronicle of determination, impact, and purpose that resonates with anyone striving to live a meaningful life despite adversity.
✅ Key Highlights
• Unfiltered life story of a leading Ghanaian scientist, educator, and public health icon
• Draws from personal diaries, preserving raw experiences and honest lessons
• Offers faith-based insights on bouncing back from life’s challenges
• Inspires professionals, students, and readers interested in medicine, academia, and Christian living
• A legacy work by the author of Health Matters—a bestseller in health journalism
⚡ Touched by His Grace is ideal for:
• Health professionals, academics, and students in medicine and public health
• Christians seeking inspirational faith testimonies
• Readers interested in Ghanaian life, leadership, and personal development
• Anyone navigating difficult seasons and seeking encouragement through faith

Product Details

Attribute	Value
Title	Touched by His Grace: Autobiography of Prof. Sam Newton
Author	Professor Sam Newton (aka Dr. Clayton Clay)
ISBN	978-9988-3-7247-7
Year Published	2024
Pages	248
Format	Paperback
Weight	0.4 kg
Tags	Prof. Sam Newton, Touched by His Grace, Ghana Autobiography, Christian Faith, Medical Memoir, Clayton Clay, Glyphs Publishing

About the Author: Professor Sam Newton

Professor Sam Newton is a distinguished Ghanaian medical doctor, epidemiologist, and academic. He currently serves as a Professor of Epidemiology and Global Health at the School of Public Health, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). For over a decade, he was the voice behind Dr. Clayton Clay—a beloved health columnist for The Mirror, known for demystifying health topics for the everyday reader.
Prof. Newton is also the author of Health Matters, a popular compilation of his most impactful articles. Now, in his landmark memoir Touched by His Grace, he opens his heart and life to readers—offering not just his story, but a source of hope, insight, and spiritual encouragement for generations to come.