People in Africa live longer. But their health is poor in those extra years: While women in sub-Saharan Africa live longer than men, many of these extra years are lived in poor health. ShutterstockPeople are now living longer in sub-Saharan Africa than they did two decades ago. This is an achievement, given that life expectancy in the region went down the drain from the 1990s … [Read more...] about People in Africa live longer. But their health is poor in those extra years | The Conversation
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Motsoaledi says specialist posts in Health Dept to take longer to finalise
Motsoaledi says specialist posts in Health Dept to take longer to finalise: The Health Department, on behalf of the National Health Council, announced on Sunday that thousands of jobs will be created for clinical professionals and support staff in provincial departments. ...... Source: WN.com - Southafrica News Gift of Givers continue with relief efforts in Alex following … [Read more...] about Motsoaledi says specialist posts in Health Dept to take longer to finalise
South Africa’s children aren’t getting the mental health care they need | The Conversation
South Africa's children aren't getting the mental health care they need: Mental health clinics exist in South Africa's public health sector, but children with ADHD often never reach them. ShutterstockAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has received increased scientific, clinical and public attention over the past few decades. It’s the most common psychiatric … [Read more...] about South Africa’s children aren’t getting the mental health care they need | The Conversation
Mental Health First: Preparing for the Holidays
Mental Health First: Preparing for the Holidays: While many experiences the year ending as a time filled with exciting thoughts of the upcoming holidays’ others have an entirely different experience. For some, it’s filled with the dread of being exposed to the hole left by the absence of work while others are confronted with memories of lost loved one and better years. … [Read more...] about Mental Health First: Preparing for the Holidays
International Conference on Community Nursing and Public Health |MyPE
International Conference on Community Nursing and Public Health: Community Nursing 2018 is extremely pleased to welcome you to the âInternational Conference on Community Nursing and Public Healthâ to be held on November 19-21, 2018 at Cape Town in South Africa. The theme of the conference is âAdvancement in Public Health by integration of Community Nursing Practicesâ. … [Read more...] about International Conference on Community Nursing and Public Health |MyPE
