More U.S infants dying since abortion access was overturned

More U.S infants dying since abortion access was overturned

New research shows that hundreds of more infants have died in the United States than expected since the Supreme Court overturned abortion access in the Dobbs decision of 2022. Since then, more than 20 states have implemented bans or restrictions on the medical procedure. Toni Waterman has more.

October 22, 2024 21

Health / Medical

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 […]

October 22, 2024 29

Health / Medical

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.

October 18, 2024 20

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.

October 18, 2024 14

Health / Medical

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.

October 18, 2024 23

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. […]

October 17, 2024 41

Health / Medical

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 […]

October 15, 2024 48

Health / Medical

/Karas Regional Office of Home Affairs Inauguration Slated For Today

The Home Affairs ministry is inaugurating its /Karas regional office today. The Ministry informs the surrounding community that the office will be open only from 8 AM to 10 AM today, directing clients in need of services related to births and deaths to visit the Keetmanshoop State Hospital during this period. Here's the organization's Margaret Kalo:

October 11, 2024 32

Health / Medical

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.

October 11, 2024 19