insert_link Health / Medical Busting breast health myths Dr Justus Apffelstaedt, specialist surgeon Does it really hurt to have a mammogram and are drinkers really at a higher risk of developing breast cancer? With so many myths and preconceived ideas on the internet and in our minds, it is often difficult to distinguish between fact and fiction. Breast, thyroid, and parathyroid specialists Dr Justus Apffelstaedt and Dr Fatima Hoosain help to debunk some common misconceptions about […] todayJuly 30, 2024 78
insert_link Health / Medical 93 killed after landslides strike India tea estates By Aishwarya Kumar Landslides in India triggered by pounding monsoon rains struck tea plantations and killed at least 93 people today, with at least 250 others rescued from mud and debris, officials said. The southern coastal state of Kerala has been battered by torrential downpours, with blocked roads into the disaster area in Wayanad district complicating relief efforts. "93 dead bodies have been found so […] todayJuly 30, 2024 13
insert_link Africa Africa leads in reducing new HIV infections – report By Bonface Orucho, bird story agency Africa's prevention measures in the fight against new HIV infections are paying off, according to a new report by UN AIDS. The report, "The Urgency of Now: AIDS at a Crossroads," unveiled on July 22 at the 25th International AIDS Conference in Munich, highlights that sub-Saharan Africa has achieved the steepest reduction in HIV cases compared to 2010. “Four […] todayJuly 29, 2024 28
insert_link Health / Medical South African teens are struggling: Western Cape study shows 33% have symptoms of depression By Mirriam Mkhize, University of Cape Town; Claire van der Westhuizen, University of Cape Town, and Katherine Sorsdahl, University of Cape Town In South Africa, little research has been done on depression and anxiety among younger adolescents, those between the ages of 10 and 14. Existing studies have primarily targeted older adolescents and those living with HIV. The age range of 10- to 14-year-olds […] todayJuly 26, 2024 16
insert_link Health / Medical Top Cancers Highlighted as Bank Windhoek’s Cancer Apple Project Marks 24 Years Breast, cervical and prostate cncer form part of the top 3 locally as Bank Windhoek’s Cancer Apple Project marks its 24th anniversary. This year’s theme inspired by the brand campaign is called ‘Is it possible to impact a life’. Here's Rolf Hansen Chief Executive of the Cancer Association of Namibia. todayJuly 25, 2024 28
insert_link Health / Medical One person dies from AIDS-related illness every minute UNAIDS says the AIDS pandemic can be ended by 2030 if more is done to fund initiatives and protect human rights. In a new report released this week, the organisation says if world leaders stick to their commitments the public health threat can be ended. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. Meanwhile, new HIV infections are rising in three regions, namely the Middle East and […] todayJuly 24, 2024 29
insert_link Health / Medical UNAIDS says the pandemic can be ended by 2030 UNAIDS says the AIDS pandemic can be ended by 2030 if more is done to fund initiatives and protect human rights. In a new report released this week, the organisation says if world leaders stick to their commitments the public health threat can be ended. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayJuly 24, 2024 26
insert_link Health / Medical 24% of Namibian children under 5 stunted According to the World Food Programme global hunger index, 24 percent of Namibian children under the age of 5 are stunted, and 6 percent are experiencing wasting. Between January and June 2024, over 190,000 (191,353) children were screened for malnutrition, with 10,151 receiving treatment. The Hardap Region reported the highest number of treated cases, with 2,891 children, followed by Ohangwena (1,747), Khomas (967), and Erongo (939). In a report, the WFP said […] todayJuly 23, 2024 37
insert_link Health / Medical INTERVIEW: Cathy Kambanda, Director of National Mental Health Care Namibia, Speaks on the Link Between Unemployment and Mental Health Issues Unemployment is more than just an economic issue; it has profound implications for mental health. Cathy Kambanda, Director of National Mental Health Care Namibia, sheds light on how unemployment significantly contributes to depression and other mental health challenges in the country. The Psychological Toll of Unemployment "Unemployment people are highly affected by depression," Kambanda states, emphasizing the connection between lack of employment and mental health struggles. Without a steady income, […] todayJuly 22, 2024 34