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Some Namibian children have to tackle the challenge of walking long distances to and from school in all weather conditions barefoot because of the inability of parents or guardians to provide shoes.

Former Supreme Court and High Court judge president Pio Teek has died at the age of 74 in a local hospital.

Despite healthcare systems and facilities being widely accessible, traditional healing methods remain relevant in the 21st century – sometimes to complement modern medicine.

Pregnant women are more at risk of being severely affected by Covid-19; therefore, there is a need for them to get vaccinated against the virulent virus.  

Whatever conspiracy theorists say, you can not ignore the fact that vaccination remains one of the most reliable methods of containing viruses and ultimately preventing infectious diseases.

The ancient practice of yoga has shown tremendous benefits to health and wellbeing, ranging from improving flexibility, reducing stress, increasing muscle tone and fostering mental calmness, among others.

As a non-invasive treatment option, virtually anyone can benefit from chiropractic care, including babies, children, pregnant women, office workers, factory workers, professional musicians, athletes, accident victims and the elderly.

When the Covid-19 pandemic hit, Namibia’s capacity to analyse Covid-19 specimens had to be expanded. 

The FirstRand HOPE Fund recently announced its support towards the Schalk Steyn Post-Covid-19 Unit with an amount of N$300 000. 

A technical committee of public and private sector officials was appointed towards the beginning of this year to assess the status of the Public Service Medical Aid Scheme (Psemas) and to propose reforms for the optimal restructuring if the scheme.