Health and Social Services Minister Kalumbi Shangula says the ability to see and the gift of vision are two of the most essential aspects of human health and well-being.
Governor of the |Khomas Region, Laura McLeod Katjirua, paid tribute to the late Founding President, Dr. Sam Nujoma, at a regional memorial service held in Windhoek's Havana.
The event celebrated Dr. Nujoma's unparalleled contributions to Namibia's independence, national unity, and development.
The Khomas Regional Council has formalized a twinning agreement with the Cunene Province of Angola to enhance cooperation in sanitation, agriculture, health, and education.
The Epukiro Constituency has made significant strides in the areas of agriculture, rural electrification, health, and information and communication infrastructure.
Mental health and social support during disease outbreaks can be challenging, as governments are often unprepared to address such crises.
Sexually transmitted infections continue to pose significant public health challenges, causing 2.5 million deaths each year globally.
This is according to a new World Health Organisation report issued on Tuesday.
The Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr. Kalumbi Shangula, has responded to concerns raised by Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) MP Winnie Moongo about the shortage of cardiotocography papers at Windhoek Central Hospital.
The |Khomas Regional Council says it has made positive contributions with targeted projects in the health, safety, and security sectors for the 2023–2024 financial year.
Among its successes in the health sector are the renovations of the Donkerhoek Clinic to the tune of N$1.5 million.
Women who are HIV positive are more at risk of human papilloma virus infection, making them vulnerable to cervical cancer.
Although a particular challenge in the African Region, given the high levels of HIV infection, this is also a screening opportunity, according to the World Health Organisation.
Equitable access to health in Namibia remains one of the most worrisome situations in the country.
Therefore, the Patient Charter and National Health Policy Framework road map should aim to promote and implement equitable healthcare as an essential human right.
