insert_link Health / Medical INTERVIEW: Youth Activist Lloyd Bock Discusses Poverty and Meeting with Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi on Budget Consultation In a recent conversation, Youth Activist Lloyd Bock sheds light on the upcoming budget consultation with Iipumbu Shiimi, Namibia's Finance Minister. The discussion delved into key aspects surrounding the budget, its presentation, and the underlying motives. Here's an overview of the insightful dialogue: The discussion revolves around crucial elements such as the budget, its intended audience, and the overarching purpose. According to Lloyd, the House of IPP, in collaboration with […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 24
insert_link Health / Medical How both health and safety are compromised for people living with long COVID and intimate partner violence Shutterstock Kate Fitz-Gibbon, Monash University; Benjamin Scott, Monash University; Jasmine McGowan, Monash University, and Naomi Pfitzner, Monash University What happens when a person is experiencing long COVID and intimate partner violence at the same time? There has been no attention paid to this question anywhere in the world since the onset of the pandemic in 2020. This is staggering, given previous research shows women who are victim-survivors of intimate partner […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 7
insert_link Health / Medical World Malaria Report 2023: A call for concerted action to address growing threats By Dr. Martin Lukindu, Postdoctoral Researcher, Target Malaria, Uganda Virus Research Institute The World Health Organization's World Malaria Report 2023, released at the end of 2023, paints a concerning picture of the global state of malaria in 2022. Despite continued efforts, malaria remains a significant public health challenge, with both malaria incidence and mortality higher now than they were before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This scenario […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 18
insert_link Health / Medical Is our sense of fairness driven by selfishness? We’re studying the brain to find out Even kids know how to share. Monkey Business Images Patricia Christian, Karolinska Institutet We’ve all been there. You’re dying to grab that last piece of cake on the table during an office meeting, but you are not alone. Perhaps you just cut off a small piece – leaving something behind for your colleagues, who do exactly the same thing. And so you all watch the piece of cake getting smaller […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 25
insert_link Health / Medical Rosa Namises Shares Thoughts on President Geingob’s Cancer Treatment in Los Angeles, USA. Date: Jan 25, 2024 | Leonard Witbeen In a candid commentary, Rosa Namises, a prominent figure in Namibia, shared her reflections on President Hage Geingob's recent announcement of undergoing cancer treatment. Addressing the nation's leader's health condition, Namises expressed a mix of sentiments, acknowledging the human aspect of the situation. Namises opened her remarks by stating the difficulty of commenting on such a sensitive matter, recognizing President Geingob's humanity and […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 40
insert_link Health / Medical People with OCD are more likely to die earlier, of any cause Microgen/Shutterstock Lorena Fernández de la Cruz, Karolinska Institutet People with obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD for short, are 82% more likely to die earlier – from natural or unnatural causes – than people without the condition, a new study reveals. Previous studies have found excess deaths in people with OCD, but the specific causes of death had been poorly researched – maybe with the exception of suicide. Notably, people with OCD […] todayJanuary 25, 2024 14
insert_link Health / Medical Life coach Patrick De Goede advocates for positive masculinity and mental health awareness By Dilia Mazula In response to a recent call by Gothardt Kasuto, chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Gender Equality, Social Development, and Family Affairs, urging men to speak out against gender-based violence, life coach Patrick De Goede has shared valuable insights on embracing positive masculinity and fostering change. In an interview with Future Media News, De Goede addressed various aspects of men's mental health and societal […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 50
insert_link Health / Medical Johanna “Joey” Mushelenga’s Project 1000 Pads: Empowering Girls Through Sanitary Product Donations 24 January 2024/Leonard Witbeen Johanna Mushelenga, founder of Project 1000 Pads, the initiative's mission to support vulnerable girl children by providing sanitary products was discussed. The project, established in 2020, aims to address the economic challenges faced by families unable to afford these essential items. Mushelenga expressed her passion for assisting the girl child, emphasizing the emotional moment that inspired her to create Project 1000 Pads. The initiative collects sanitary […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 20
insert_link Health / Medical Dr. Nelago Tuukondjeni Amagulu Addresses Recent Controversy and Shares Exciting Developments at Katutura Intermediate Hospital 24 January 2024/Leonard Witbeen In a recent interview, Dr. Nelago Tuukondjeni Amagulu, the Medical Superintendent at Intermediate Hospital Katutura, responded to concerns raised about a specific section of the hospital's standards. Dr. Amagulu clarified misconceptions, emphasizing the need for accurate reporting without sensationalizing issues. Dr. Amagulu acknowledged some accurate images showing areas in disrepair but emphasized that certain aspects, like the alleged presence of cats, were fabricated. She called for […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 34
