

Classification of diseases essential for health systems
The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) is made up of thousands of codes that are used around the world to classify diseases...


First confirmed case of black lung from open cut coal mine
A 55-year-old Queensland man has been confirmed as Australia’s first case of black lung from an open cut coal mine. Paul Head, from BHP’s...


World Health Organisation urges global action to curtail consumption and health impacts of sugary dr
Taxing sugary drinks can lower consumption and reduce obesity, type 2 diabetes and tooth decay, says a new WHO report. Fiscal policies...


Anthrax not contained
The Department of National Parks and Wildlife observed deaths of 2 Hippos on 24th September, 2016 and reported this matter to the...


Depression: let’s talk
Depression is an illness that can happen to anybody. It causes mental anguish and affects people’s ability to carry out everyday tasks,...


The Power of Health Workers
Health workers – they’re more powerful than you think. They get people back on their feet and back to work. They keep businesses...


Investing in early childhood development essential to helping more children and communities thrive,
49 million children under five are at risk of not reaching developmental potential, implementing low-cost interventions could reverse...


Botswana: Malaria Spray Begins
Bobirwa District Health Management Team (DHMT) will on Tuesday embark on spraying houses to prevent malaria infection in Bobonong and...


WHO calls for immediate safe evacuation of the sick and wounded from conflict areas
World Health Organisation is also calling for a halt of attacks on health care workers and facilities. WHO is calling on belligerents in...


Discrimination and negative attitudes about ageing are bad for your health
World Health Organisation takes a stand against ageism on the International Day of Older Persons New analysis by WHO shows that negative...
