Health

Measles is on the rise around the world – we can’t let vaccination rates falter

fotohay/Shutterstock Jaya Dantas, Curtin University In recent weeks a series of measles alerts have been issued around Australia, including in New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland, after the identification of a small number of cases in travellers returning from overseas. Meanwhile, places such as the United States and the United Kingdom have been contending with larger measles outbreaks. In fact, the World Health Organization reported a 45-fold increase in measles […]

January 31, 2024 18

Namibia

Limited Cancer Treatment Options in Namibia Pose Delays for State Patients

Namibia is currently equipped with only one outdated radiation machine for cancer treatment at a public health center, according to oncologist Dr. Pelagia Peggy Emvula. She raised concerns about the impact of this limitation on state patients, emphasizing that the lack of advanced technology contributes to treatment delays. In a statement Dr. Emvula highlighted the disparity between treatment facilities in the public and private sectors. Private centers, she noted, have […]

January 31, 2024 8

Namibia

Namibia committed to keeping leprosy in check: Shangula

Health and Social Services Minister said the Namibian government is committed to ensuring that all treatment success rates for leprosy remain high to prevent reinfection and community transmission. Shangula in a speech to commemorate World Leprosy Day at Katima Mulilo on Monday said his ministry has developed tools to ensure that leprosy survivors are periodically re-assessed and that those diagnosed with the disease have been put on treatment. In the […]

January 30, 2024 24

South Africa

SA’s Private healthcare faces uncertainty as president Cyril Ramaphosa signals the imminent enactment of the National Health Insurance Bill

SA's Private healthcare faces uncertainty as president Cyril Ramaphosa signals the imminent enactment of the National Health Insurance Bill without changes. The Health Funders Association has warned the current version of the bill would significantly alter healthcare dynamics, limiting choices and tying citizens to a state-monitored system. Chairperson Craig Comrie believes under the NHI, individuals lose the right to privately pay for covered services, leading to lengthy waiting lists and […]

January 25, 2024 5

Health / Medical

Dr. Nelago Tuukondjeni Amagulu Addresses Recent Controversy and Shares Exciting Developments at Katutura Intermediate Hospital

24 January 2024/Leonard Witbeen In a recent interview, Dr. Nelago Tuukondjeni Amagulu, the Medical Superintendent at Intermediate Hospital Katutura, responded to concerns raised about a specific section of the hospital's standards. Dr. Amagulu clarified misconceptions, emphasizing the need for accurate reporting without sensationalizing issues. Dr. Amagulu acknowledged some accurate images showing areas in disrepair but emphasized that certain aspects, like the alleged presence of cats, were fabricated. She called for […]

January 24, 2024 67

Health / Medical

Charles Namaseb: A Decade of Fitness Passion

By Leonard Witbeen - 23rd January 2024 In a recent interview, with Future Media's Leonard Witbeen Charles Namaseb, also known as Coach Namaseb, shared insights into his remarkable journey in the fitness industry spanning nine years. As a fitness instructor, personal trainer, and crossfit trainer, Namaseb has dedicated himself to promoting healthy lifestyles through his bootcamp, which has been running successfully for seven years. Namaseb's passion for fitness emerged from […]

January 23, 2024 33

Namibia

President Geingob Commended for Transparency Regarding Cancer Diagnosis

Namibian President Hage Geingob's decision to openly disclose his cancer diagnosis and announce a break from official duties has received praise. Tangeni Amupadhi, the editor of The Namibian, commends Geingob for his transparency, believing it will not only encourage other Namibian men to undergo testing but also serve as a catalyst for government-funded medical development initiatives. Amupadhi emphasized the significance of Geingob's openness in challenging societal norms, especially among Namibian […]

January 23, 2024 6

Namibia

Tondoro Health Centre in Kavango West Hit by Flooding After Thunderstorm

The Tondoro Health Centre in the Kavango West Region faced flooding in the aftermath of a heavy thunderstorm on Wednesday. The Ministry of Health and Social Services' Executive Director, Ben Nangombe, reassured in a statement on Thursday that there was no significant damage to medical equipment or clinical supplies. Nangombe attributed the flooding to rainwater originating from a water pool formed along a nearby gravel road, emphasizing the need for […]

January 19, 2024 6

Health / Medical

Does exercise really do nothing for longevity, as a Finnish twins study suggests?

BGStock72/Shutterstock George M. Savva, Quadram Institute Surveys on lifestyle and longevity consistently find that people who do more exercise live longer. So it is surprising to see a report from the Finnish Twins Cohort Study that there is little direct effect of “leisure time physical activity” on lifespan. What makes this study different from others – and is it right? Human behaviour and biology are complex and interact with wider […]

January 10, 2024 18