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Is Namibia an Unhealthy Nation

WEBHowever, the cost of medicine represents the second-largest healthcare expense in Namibia at about N$3 billion annually for a population of 2,6 million people, …

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Namibia’s growing population strains healthcare

WEBShangula said the Namibian population has increased from 2,1 million in 2011 to about 3 million in 2023, which has implications for the delivery of health and …

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Taking healthcare to the people

WEBEstablished in 2011 by the Pharm­Access Foundation, the Mister Sister mobile clinic programme currently has five mobile clinics. It was established to provide …

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Public healthcare in ICU

WEBOKERI NGUTJINAZO, TUYEIMO HAIDULA and SAKEUS IIKELANAMIBIA'S two largest state hospitals are battling with crippling shortages of vital medicines, …

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256 000 mental health patients in three years

WEBAt least 256 486 patients with mental illness have been seen by professionals in Namibia between 2019 and 2021. The Ministry of Health and Social …

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The State of Mental Health in Namibia

WEBThe Namibia National Health Framework of 2010-2020 clearly outlines a plan of action to be undertaken by the ministry of health in order to ensure the full …

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Stigma and Misconceptions on Mental Health Issues

WEBAccording to statistics released by the Ministry of Health and Social Services, the country’s suicide rate between January 2021 and May 2022 was 679 – 559 men, 91 …

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96% of medical aids at risk

WEBBy Timo Shihepo and Shania Lazarus. 18 December 2023. A total of 96% of medical aids in the country are either in urgent need of attention during the current …

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Residents hope Katutura hospital’s N$40m upgrades will improve

WEBThe ongoing renovations of the Katutura Intermediate Hospital has brought a mix of relief and hope, as patients hope that the days of bad services and the presence …

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Namibia needs N$1,8b to eliminate malaria by 2027

WEB22 April 2024. The Ministry of Health and Social Services says it plans to eliminate malaria by 2027, but will need N$1,8 billion to drive the National Malaria Elimination Strategic …

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70% of Namibian workers suffer chronic health conditions

WEBBy Mercy Karuuombe. 11 May 2023. About 70% of the Namibian workforce suffers from stress and chronic health conditions. Speaking at the Employee Wellness Indaba …

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Japan lauds Namibia's health sector

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One doctor per 1 000 patients

WEB15 June 2023. Health minister Kalumbi Shangula says there is a massive shortage of medical specialists in the country, with one doctor per 1000 patients. Shangula on …

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Ministry launches health initiatives

WEBThe Ministry of Health and Social Services unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening the country’s healthcare system in Windhoek yesterday. The …

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Health ministry struggles with 40% staff shortage

WEBThe Ministry of Health and Social Services has been struggling with a staff shortages, operating at only 60% capacity as reported in March 2022. The 2022 […]

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Shangula confirms new 300-bed hospital for Havana informal …

WEBMINISTER of health and social services Kalumbi Shangula has confirmed that a new state hospital will be built at Windhoek’s Havana informal settlement for …

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Covid-19 Update

WEB4 March 2021. NAMIBIA has recorded 63 recoveries from the coronavirus, two deaths linked to the virus and 169 new infections, health and social services minister Kalumbi …

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Why poverty eradication, healthcare are inseparable

WEBConversely, illness comes with associated costs that reduce household income. It reduces their ability to earn income and reduces the productivity of the …

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