insert_link Health / Medical Namibia ranks 13th in Africa for colorectal cancer "Early detection is critical." WINDHOEK, 13 March – Colorectal cancer (CRC) is on the rise across Africa, with over 70,000 new cases and 46,000 deaths recorded in 2022. While Africa’s overall CRC rates remain below global averages, projections indicate a sharp increase by 2050. Southern Africa, including Namibia, has some of the highest CRC rates on the continent. According to Rolf Hansen, the CEO of the Cancer […] today13 March, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical UN Launches $11.2M Appeal for Uganda’s Ebola Response The United Nations has issued an emergency appeal to raise $11.2 million to support Uganda’s efforts in combating an Ebola outbreak that has claimed two lives says Reuters. Uganda declared the outbreak in January after a male nurse died at the country’s only national referral hospital in Kampala. The response has been further strained by U.S. foreign aid cuts, impacting the country’s health budget. today5 March, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical C.A.N Is Raising Awareness On Colorectal Cancer March is recognized as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about colorectal cancer. Although comprehensive data for this kind of cancer locally is limited, the Cancer Association can confirm that it is currently the sixth most diagnosed cancer in our country. Chief Executive of C.A.N, Rolf Hansen. today5 March, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Minister encourages patients to report mistreatment at public health facilities Our correspondent from One Africa TV NewsOnOne, Selma Taapopi, reports that the Health Ministry has introduced a Customer Service Charter aimed at enhancing service quality in healthcare facilities. During the launch, Minister Dr. Kalumbi Shangula encouraged patients to report mistreatment or poor conduct by staff to the customer care office or facility head. Last night's bulletin is live now right now on oneafrica.tv. And weeknights at 7 you are free […] today5 March, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Psychologists connect traumatic brain injury to mental health problems Dr. Shaun Whittaker Psychologists have cautioned that traumatic brain injury can lead to different mental health challenges, including personality shifts, depression, and anxiety. These issues may result from brain damage, psychological trauma, or a combination of both, according to Windhoek-based psychologist Dr. Shaun Whittaker. Research by Howlett JR, Nelson LD, and Stein MB in Biological Psychiatry further supports this, explaining that TBI can cause a variety of […] today4 March, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical New Health Charter to Strengthen Patient Services To improve healthcare delivery, the Health and Social Services Ministry has launched a Customer Service Charter focused on accessibility and quality. The charter seeks to eliminate financial barriers to healthcare while reinforcing the ministry’s commitment to fair and effective medical services. Executive Director Ben Nangombe emphasized its importance. The charter will be provided in various formats to ensure it is accessible to all citizens. today4 March, 2025
insert_link Africa Uganda Confirms Second Ebola Death as Outbreak Spreads Reuters reports indicate that a four-year-old child has become the second Ebola patient to die in Uganda, according to the World Health Organization, citing the country’s health ministry. This brings the total number of confirmed cases to 10. Uganda declared the outbreak in January following the death of a male nurse at Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala. today3 March, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical US registers first measles death in decade A child in the US state of Texas has died from measles amid a worsening outbreak. The death is the first in the country from the disease in more than a decade. Nick Harper reports from Washington. today27 February, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Traditional Circumcisers Unfazed by USAID Funding Cut Traditional circumcisers remain unconcerned about USAID’s decision to halt all foreign assistance programs, including those supporting circumcision initiatives. As Ketemba Tjipepa reports for One Africa TV’s NewsOnOne, they see no immediate reason to panic despite the funding withdrawal. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. Weeknights at 7 watch it on GoTv 84, DSTv 284 or stream for free on oneafrica.tv today24 February, 2025