A collaborative approach is of paramount importance when it comes to increasing access to quality nutrition and protection services for vulnerable populations, including women and children. This will address social determinants such as poverty, education, and food security. Speaking at Gobabis, during the assessment progress on projects that are aimed at ensuring that women and […]
The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) dedicated a day to promoting mental health awareness in the workplace, highlighting its vital role in boosting employees’ productivity and overall quality of life. The World Mental Health Day takes place every year on October 10 to raise awareness and encourage efforts to support those experiencing mental […]
The Dermatology Society of Namibia has created a platform for professionals in the field to showcase their work, share knowledge and solutions, and collaborate across fields. This marks the second local Dermatology Congress, and participating skin doctor Niita Haitembu says the event has grown visibly to become an inclusive and welcoming space for dermatologists and […]
The Minister for Health and Social Services, Dr. Kalumbi Shangula, officially inaugurated the newly built Malengalenga Primary Healthcare Centre and the newly renovated Linyanti Clinic in Zambezi Region on Thursday. The two facilities are expected to address issues of people walking over 10 kilometres to the nearest clinic for medical attention while also at the […]
Although nuclear medicine and radiation therapy are available in Namibia, more needs to be done to optimise the latest developments in radiation technology. This the Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said in a speech delivered on her behalf by the Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr. Kalumbi Shangula, during the Official Opening of the 3-day […]
The pharmaceutical profession has made tremendous strides over the years, with pharmacists deployed at all district hospitals across the country. This was revealed at the launch of World Pharmacist Week in Windhoek. As of March this year, Namibia has registered 766 pharmacists, 459 pharmacist assistants, and 40 pharmaceutical technicians. The World Pharmacist Week serves as […]
The Executive Director of the Ministry of Health and Social Services, Ben Nangombe, has emphasised the importance of prioritising the health and safety of mine workers in the country. Nangombe said this during the signing of the Mine Health and Safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) between the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Mines and Energy, […]
The Ministry of Health and Social Services is prioritizing mental health in the workplace through initiatives like dancing, aimed at boosting happiness and reducing stress by releasing endorphins—positive hormones that promote well-being. In line with global efforts to improve mental health awareness, the Health Ministry has embraced dance as a form of therapy, recognizing its […]
The Namibia Diamond Trading Company (NDTC) boosted four clinics in the Aminuis Constituency with essential items for expectant mothers and babies. NDTC spent more than N$60,000 on items that will be distributed amongst these clinics to aid new mothers. The company’s Executive for Corporate Affairs, Helena Mootseng, indicated that one of the key objectives of […]
There is an urgent need for community health workers to be deployed to Anichab, a small settlement in the Erongo Region, and to its surrounding farms. There is only one health worker at present, covering over 10 villages. Alexia !Gaoses, a community health worker since 2014, has to walk long distances across Anichab to assist […]
