When nurses are not distracted, overworked and overwhelmed, they are better at their jobs, and can provide skilled, quality healthcare efficiently and effectively, pointed out Claudia Kambonde, a nurse matron at Windhoek Central Hospital. “This means patients have shorter wait times, more positive experiences in the hospital, and leave with better health outcomes,” she said....
Health minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula says criticism of the state of the Katutura Intermediate Hospital while it is undergoing renovations is misplaced. “It is unfortunate that certain assertions are made and accepted as the truth without understanding the context of a particular matter,” He said while responding to questions posed by Landless People’s Movement lawmaker...
The Diamond Association of Namibia (Diaman) donated to the Windhoek Central Hospital for the renovation and modernisation of its mental health unit, and to address critical needs within the unit.
The tricky thing about men is to tell them it’s time to have their prostate tested because the media has put so much emphasis on that test, which is seen as invasive, while it is the last thing they would want to do, says Dr Armid Azadeh.
Africa faces a heavy disease burden of both communicable and non-communicable diseases.
While an estimated 50% of young people are exposed to second-hand smoke, the use of tobacco products such as hubbly bubbly, vapes and e-cigarettes remain unregulated and uncontrolled in Namibia.
Rutendo Zvidza has become a beacon of hope and excellence in the field of nursing education in Namibia.
Erongo region reigned supreme for exemplary service and commitment to healthcare excellence during the regional healthcare excellence awards.
Health minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula has asked healthcare workers to work hand-in-hand with community leaders, listen to community health issues, identify gaps in healthcare provision and make collective decisions aimed at improving and expanding the provision of quality healthcare services.