insert_link Health / Medical INTERVIEW: The Nutrition Alliance of Namibia Director, Ben Schernick, Speaks on Addressing Malnutrition and Food Security As Namibia faces its election season followed by the festive period, the country must confront a pressing issue: malnutrition. From December to March, the peak season for malnutrition, it’s a time of heightened awareness and urgency, particularly in regions most affected by food insecurity. Ben Schernick, the Director of the Nutrition Alliance of Namibia, sheds light on the current state of malnutrition in the country, emphasizing the need for […] todayNovember 13, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa S.A’s government conducts investigations into the outbreak of foodborne illnesses in several provinces S.A's government says it is coordinating comprehensive investigations into the outbreak of foodborne illnesses in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Eastern Cape. Last week, Health minister Aaron Motsoaledi revealed that organophosphates, chemicals found in pesticides, were responsible for the deaths of six children in Soweto last month. They allegedly shared a packet of chips they had bought from a local spaza shop. Government's Gavin Sadler says they are […] todayNovember 5, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Nuclear science conference begins in Swakopmund The 2nd Nuclear Science and Technology Conference is underway in Swakopmund. The conference brings together policymakers, scientists, experts, and nuclear industry players to explore the potential of nuclear science. Health Minister, Kalumbi Shangula. todayOctober 24, 2024 32
insert_link Namibia Health Ministry Reports Significant Healthcare Progress The Health ministry announced that over 76% of Namibians now live within a 10-km radius of healthcare facilities, marking a major improvement in healthcare access. According to The Brief, Health Minister Kalumbi Shangula highlighted this achievement during the National Health and Social Services Conference, noting ongoing efforts to upgrade health infrastructure and services. A significant initiative is the construction of the Windhoek District Hospital, now in the advanced stages of […] todayOctober 8, 2024 11
insert_link Health / Medical Namibia on Track to End AIDS by 2030, Says Health Minister Health and Social Services minister, Kalumbi Shangula, stated that if the current rate of acquired immune deficiency syndrome progression continues, ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030 is achievable. He reported a significant decrease in HIV-AIDS-related deaths in Namibia.Shangula emphasized that Namibia has made significant strides in controlling AIDS, with more than 90% of those on antiretroviral treatment showing a suppressed viral load. He expressed optimism that if […] todayJuly 18, 2024 33
insert_link South Africa First Fatal Case of Mpox Reported in South Africa As Health Minister Urges Vigilance Reuters has disclosed that South Africa recorded its initial fatality from the viral infection monkey pox, as confirmed by its Health Minister, Joe Phaahla during a Wednesday news conference. The 37-year-old man passed away at Tembisa Hospital on Monday, marking the first death following five laboratory-confirmed cases in the past month. Phaahla emphasized the importance of prevention and management, stating, "One death is too many, especially from a preventable and […] todayJune 13, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia Debmarine Namibia Donates Haemodialysis Equipment to Oshakati Hospital Debmarine Namibia contributed haemodialysis equipment worth N$1,764,069 to Oshakati Intermediate Hospital, easing the burden on resources. Health Minister, Kalumbi Shangula noted 133 new haemodialysis cases managed in 2023/24, with equipment aiding treatment. The donation includes machines, tables, chairs, and a reverse osmosis machine. Shangula emphasized the equipment's role in enhancing patient care. Debmarine CEO Willy Mertens highlighted the vital importance of haemodialysis machines in treating severe kidney failure and expressed […] todayJune 11, 2024 17
insert_link South Africa The DA says the South African Medical Association must be commended for speaking truth to power on the National Health Insurance The DA says the South African Medical Association must be commended for speaking truth to power on the National Health Insurance. The association recently told Health minister, Joe Phaahla, that the South African health system was not ready for NHI. The DA’s, Michele Clarke, says the association once again highlighted the fact that NHI fails to address various challenges such as the shortage of staff in the public health system: […] todayApril 9, 2024 39