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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

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Government Implements Health Standards to Address TB Among Mine Workers

The government has officially adopted the Mine Health and Safety Standard Operating Procedures from the SADC Health Desk, focusing on improving the prevention, screening, and treatment of tuberculosis in the mining sector. The signing of these procedures involved the officials from the Mines and Energy, as well as Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation ministries, emphasizing a commitment to worker health. Here is Ben Nangombe: Executive Director in the Health […]

todayOctober 22, 2024 26

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In the U.S, Fight to limit abortion pill access back in play after new lawsuit filed

  A new battle is brewing in the fight over access to abortion pills in the U.S. Idaho, Kansas and Missouri have filed a request seeking to restrict access to the drug, after the Supreme Court tossed out a similar case earlier this year. It comes just ahead of the presidential election, where reproductive rights is a top issue for U.S voters. Here with additional details: Toni Waterman.  

todayOctober 18, 2024 16

Africa

Rwanda’s Marburg Virus Outbreak Eases After Vaccinations With Mpox Still Spreading

Rwanda’s Marburg virus outbreak is showing signs of improvement following the vaccination of high-risk groups, including healthcare workers as per Reuters. However, Mpox cases continue to spread to new African countries, according to Rwanda's health minister and the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention. In early October, Rwanda initiated vaccinations to curb the Ebola-like Marburg virus outbreak in the country.

todayOctober 18, 2024 11

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Blood Transfusion Services Hosts Awards For Donors

The Blood Transfusion Services celebrated a milstone yesterday by honoring persons who donated blood. At an event held in Windhoek, donors who were awarded certificates as a token of appreciation ranging from 50 to 250 donations and in doing so, saving thousands of lives. Chief Operations Officer: Israel Chipare.  

todayOctober 18, 2024 20

Health / Medical

New HIV-AIDS Preventative Injection Shows Promising Results in African Trials

The Health ministry is optimistic about a new HIV-AIDS preventative injection, lenacapavir, currently undergoing trials in several African countries. In its second phase, the injection has shown promising results for both individuals living with HIV-AIDS and those uninfected. According to Linda-Gail Bekker, a professor at the University of Cape Town, trials in South Africa and Uganda indicate that a twice-yearly lenacapavir injection provides complete protection against HIV for young women. […]

todayOctober 17, 2024 37

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Lenacapavir shows 96% HIV prevention success

A six-monthly HIV prevention injection containing lenacapavir has been confirmed effective in two pivotal studies. The first study, PURPOSE 1, showed no HIV infections among two-thousand-134 participants, while the second, PURPOSE 2, reported two infections among two-thousand-179 participants. This translates to a 96-percent reduction in HIV infections compared to background incidence. Gilead Sciences plans to file for regulatory approval to market lenacapavir for prevention. Separately, during a press briefing on Monday, the U.S. Department […]

todayOctober 15, 2024 45

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Namibia Marks World Mental Health Day Focusing on ‘Mental Health at Work’

Namibia joined global efforts in commemorating World Mental Health Day under the theme "Mental Health at Work." This year's theme highlights the importance of addressing mental health and well-being in the workplace, emphasizing the positive impact it can have on individuals, organizations, and communities alike. The initiative aims to promote healthier work environments and better mental health support systems.. Windhoek-based Psychologist, Dr. Shaun Whittaker for his comment.  

todayOctober 11, 2024 12

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US states sue TikTok, calling it ‘digital nicotine’

More than a dozen US states are filing lawsuits against TikTok because of its effects on teens and other young users. A bipartisan coalition of attorneys general allege the social media giant is addictive and harmful to users' mental health. TikTok says the claims are "inaccurate and misleading." On the ground for us is Sally Patterson with more.  

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