insert_link Health / Medical Palliative Care and the importance thereof in LMI countries especially. Why is investment in Palliative Care important; and why is Palliative Care Namibia so critical for CAN and Namibia? Most people (doctors included) speak of providing "Palliative Care", but in actual fact they are referring only to "step-down" or "end of life" or "palliation medication" care. Hospice Care is NOT Palliative Care, but hospice care is one of the components of palliative care. Palliative Care is in fact the entire […] today23 February, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Namibia recordsnew Covid-19 cases, country doesn’t have vaccines The Ministry of Health and Social Services has announced that as of 20 February 2024, there are 28 active cases and 3 hospitalisations. No deaths due to Covid-19 were recorded, while Rehoboth has had a localised increase in Covid-19 cases. With the WHO having announced that Namibia has no COVID-19 vaccines in stock, we contacted Health Executive Director Ben Nangombe. today22 February, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Your unique smell can provide clues about how healthy you are fizkes/Shutterstock By Aoife Morrin, Dublin City University Hundreds of chemicals stream from our bodies into the air every second. These chemicals release into the air easily as they have high vapour pressures, meaning they boil and turn into gases at room temperature. They give clues about who we are, and how healthy we are. Since ancient Greek times, we’ve known that we smell differently when we are […] today22 February, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Your heart changes in size and shape with exercise – this can lead to heart problems for some athletes and gym rats By William Cornwell, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Exercise has long been recognized by clinicians, scientists and public health officials as an important way to maintain health throughout a person’s lifespan. It improves overall fitness, helps build strong muscles and bones, reduces the risk of chronic disease, improves mood and slows physical decline. Exercise can also significantly reduce the risk of developing conditions that negatively affect […] today22 February, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Why do I keep getting urinary tract infections? And why are chronic UTIs so hard to treat? BAZA Productions/Shutterstock By Iris Lim, Bond University Dealing with chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs) means facing more than the occasional discomfort. It’s like being on a never ending battlefield against an unseen adversary, making simple daily activities a trial. UTIs happen when bacteria sneak into the urinary system, causing pain and frequent trips to the bathroom. Chronic UTIs take this to the next level, coming back repeatedly […] today22 February, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Are ultra-processed foods bad for you? | Decomplicated Studies show that the average British person consumes more than half of their calories from ultra-processed foods. Their consumption can cause extreme health issues and early deaths, putting a massive strain on national health services across the world. An evaluation of global dietary guidelines highlights the need for clearer warnings on what common foods fall under the ‘UPF' banner. today22 February, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical 80% of premature baby deaths happen in poorer countries. Five simple measures that can help save them By Andrew Shennan, King's College London and Megan Hall, King's College London Worldwide in 2020 a baby died every 40 seconds because of complications of prematurity. Preterm birth is the leading cause of death among children under 5 years old. The burden of preterm birth is heavier in in low- and middle-income countries, where around 80% occur. The countries with the highest recorded preterm rates in Africa are […] today22 February, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Musk’s Neuralink publishes brain implant trial results Elon Musk says Neuralink’s first human trial participant can control a computer mouse with their brain, nearly one month after having the company’s chip implanted. The CEO of Future Today Institute, Amy Webb told CNN that it’s alarming that the study was initially published on Twitter (X), instead of a medical journal. We asked a local Psychologist Dr. Shaun Whittaker for his take on the matter. today21 February, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Oshikoto Region Faces Malaria Outbreak, Urges Early Treatment The Director of the Ministry of Health and Social Services in the Oshikoto Region, Joshua Nghipangelwa, has urged community members to seek early treatment amidst a growing outbreak of malaria. Nghipangelwa reported 256 malaria cases between January 2024 and 18 February 2024, surpassing epidemic thresholds. Nghipangelwa stated that the regional rapid response team and the district response team have initiated actions to address the outbreak. The teams have conducted investigations, […] today21 February, 2024
