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.

The public health situation in Namibia remains stable and under control, and the government is pleased with the World Health Organisation's (WHO) performance.

The Omusati Governor, Erginus Endjala, has expressed his satisfaction with the roads constructed and upgrades made in the region.

The Councillor for the Okakarara Constituency, Ramana Mutjavikua, says there has been notable development in the constituency in the areas of housing, health, education, and youth programmes.

President Hage Geingob has expressed his gratitude to Namibians for wishing him a speedy recovery.

He also took the opportunity to advise young people to take their health seriously.

Dr. Geingob recently underwent a minor aortic stenosis operation in Cape Town, South Africa.