insert_link Health / Medical EU bans chemical in gel nail polish over cancer and fertility risks Photo: Nomad Soul/Adobe Stock The European Union has banned gel nail polishes containing a chemical compound linked to cancer and fertility problems, ordering salons across the bloc to pull products from their shelves. According to CNN, the chemical, known as TPO, is widely used in nail products to harden polish under UV light. Regulators concluded that exposure to TPO carries significant long-term health risks, prompting an immediate ban. Under the […] today4 September, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Liberty Life and Cancer Association to host Chica the Bear family fun day (Photo: Facebook) Liberty Life Namibia, in partnership with the Cancer Association of Namibia, will host the Chica the Bear Family Fun Day on 27 September to raise funds and awareness for children’s cancer. The day’s activities will include a 5km fun walk, games, food stalls, and family-friendly entertainment, aimed at bringing the community together while supporting a vital cause. Rolf Hansen, CEO of the Cancer Association of Namibia, encouraged Namibians […] today19 August, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Over 360 patients regain sight in Omusati eye surgery campaign Dr. Helena Ndumbe Ophthalmologist Dr. Helena Ndume and her medical team have restored the sight of more than 360 elderly patients during the Omusati Surgical Eye Campaign, organised by the Ministry of Health and Social Services at St Martin Roman Catholic Hospital in Oshikuku. The initiative is part of the ministry’s ongoing efforts to reduce preventable blindness and improve access to specialist healthcare in rural communities. Dr. Ndume, internationally recognised […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Malaria and TB cases increase in Ohangwena region Ohangwena Regional Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa revealed in her State of the Region Address on Monday that the region recorded a sharp rise in malaria and tuberculosis cases during the 2024/25 financial year. Authorities investigated 8,552 presumptive TB cases, confirming 742, of which 700 were new infections or relapses. According to the Namibia Press Agency, malaria also surged, with Ohangwena reporting up to 5,000 cases between late 2024 and early 2025. […] today5 August, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Increase in suicides among men triggers calls for targeted support Mental health professionals are raising concerns about a rise in suicides among men. Experts say economic pressure, social isolation, and stigma are key contributing factors. Dr. Shaun Whittaker, a clinical psychologist, says these men often feel trapped by financial expectations and reluctant to seek help. He urges the creation of targeted mental health services, safe spaces for men to talk, and early intervention programmes. Miss Namibia 2025, Johanna Swartbooi, […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Interview: MS Namibia Launches Fifth Annual Jeans for Hope Day to Support Patients MS Namibia has announced the return of its Jeans for Hope Day campaign on Friday, 1 August, aimed at raising awareness and funds for Namibians living with multiple sclerosis (MS). MS is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system and can lead to symptoms such as numbness, vision problems, fatigue, loss of coordination, and cognitive challenges. Founder Bianca Ozcan explained that MS is considered a rare disease […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Interview: Empowering Youth Through Mental Health and Entrepreneurship in Otavi National Mental Health Care, led by founder Cathy Kambanda, has successfully completed a year-long program aimed at combating depression and suicide among young people by empowering them to become entrepreneurs. The initiative, which ran from July 2024 to June 2025 in Otavi, was funded by B2Gold, Ohorongo Cement, and Kambanda’s personal contribution. Fifteen youth participants were selected, including young entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses, those with business ideas but […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Africa Ghana reports first Mpox death Ghana has recorded its first Mpox-related death, health authorities confirmed, as the virus continues its sharp rise in the country. In the past week alone, 23 new cases were reported, pushing the total number of infections to 257 since June 2022, marking the highest weekly increase since the outbreak began. Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh reassured the public that the outbreak is under control, emphasizing that "early detection and responsible […] today28 July, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Ohangwena governor calls for more social workers to address suicide Ohangwena region Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa has called for the deployment of more social workers and psychological counsellors across constituencies to support communities faced with growing socioeconomic pressures linked to an increase in suicides. During a recent address, she said that "people are finding it difficult to deal with the socioeconomic pressures they experience daily," warning that without decisive action, the region faces an ongoing tragedy of young professionals and public servants […] today28 July, 2025
