There are more than 10 different contraceptive methods and any sexually active man or woman should be adequately informed about their choices and should have any contraceptives available to them irrespective of their socioeconomic status.
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Getting a lift through IV drips
Medical experts say IV drips, also known as Intravenous Vitamin Therapy, are beneficial for cardiac health, as the Amino acid present aids in regulating blood pressure and are known to improve cardiovascular function.
Monkeypox declared global health emergency
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has welcomed the declaration by the director-general of the World Health Organisation that the multi-country monkeypox outbreak to be a global public health emergency of international concern.
Communities should avoid mental health stigma – Whittaker
David (not his real name) has been suffering from a mental illness for several years, which was made worse by repeated periods of imprisonment.
Omusati needs nurses
Omusati has an urgent need for medical professionals. The region, with over 243 600 people has only 15 medical doctors, 222 registered nurses and 259 enrolled nurses.
Increasing Namibia’s testing capacity
Since its establishement in August 2015, the ProQuest Diagnostic Laboratories have performed thousands of tests for both the public and private markets within Oshana and Oshikoto regions, thus contributing to the health ministry’s goal to increase testing capacity and easier access to tests in Namibia.
Smart cut figures rising
Following a 2009 recommendation by the World Health Organisation and UNAIDS for member countries to incorporate voluntary medical male circumcision into the minimum HIV prevention package, Namibia has recorded over 200 000 circumcision procedures.
Covid spurs health sector growth
The health sector recorded growth for the eighth consecutive quarters since quarter two of 2020.
Namibia to implement universal health coverage
Universal health coverage remains a distant dream for many.
Cricket-playing sisters destined for great heights
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