Every year on October 29th, the world commemorates World Stroke Day. The World Stroke Organization (WSO) launched this worldwide awareness day to give a global forum for the stroke community to raise awareness and […]

The theme of this year’s World Sexual Health Day is “Let’s Talk Pleasure”, which recognizes the role of sexual pleasure in the sexual health and well- being of people. The articles in this edition of Well-Be […]

Water makes up a large amount of our body (approximately 60-70%). It is used to regulate our body temperature (via sweating), transport nutrients and other compounds in the blood, remove waste products (via […]

Like most parents one of the very first question that pops into one’s head is ‘what should I give my child to eat for lunch?’ This is a loaded question as there are several aspects one must consider inclu […]

In commemoration of World Suicide Prevention Day 2022, the NWRHA is educating the public about suicide and suicide prevention.
The NWRHA encourages you to learn how to identify the various triggers and behaviours […]

July is known as Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Month. During this time, the mission is to spread awareness about how important it is to protect our eyes and skin from the side effects of UV rays. The longer your […]

‘Nourish the Body, Save on Your Pocket’

Alecia Surujlal – Senior Dietitian, POSGH

Cherice Bronte –Tinkew – Dietitian – POSGH

The Theme ‘Nourish Your Body, Save on Your Pocket,’ has been selected th […]

World Hypertension Day is observed every May 17th in order to raise awareness and promote hypertension prevention, detection and control. High blood pressure is the main risk factor for developing cardiovascular […]

The Mental Health of a woman who is pregnant or who has given birth is as important as her physical health, and must be a priority because of its impact on both mother and baby.

What are Mental Health […]

April 7 is celebrated and observed as World Health Day. The day is celebrated annually in accordance with the World Health Organization’s aim to discuss health-related issues and to draw attention to specific h […]

“Sleep is vital for overall health. Ensure that you are on the correct sleep path with these simple tips.”

Sleep is essential – It is as important to our bodies as eating, drinking and breathing, and is  […]

Test your knowledge of Sexually Transmitted Infections with this fun Question and Answer segment.
Q: What is an STI?

A: An STI is a sexually transmissible infection. Sexual contact, which includes oral, […]

Bridge the Knowledge Gap to Better Kidney Care
March is National Kidney Month, and March 10th, 2022 is World Kidney Day. It is an annual celebration which began in 2006, seeking to highlight the importance of the […]

February is National Cancer Prevention Month, with activities starting on February 4th, designated World Cancer Day. Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of death by disease globally, set to increase to the leading […]

The North West Regional Health Authority through the Health Policy Research and Planning Department will be hosting a

Virtual Seminar on World Obesity Day, Friday 04th March 2022, 10:00am to 11:00am.

Join us […]

Central Sterilizing Services Department-

CSSD is also called Central Sterilizing Services Department in hospitals and health care facilities that performs sterilization and other actions on medical devices, […]

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, with the theme “Give Hope, Save Lives”. This is a yearly campaign which aims to increase awareness of breast cancer.

About Breast Cancer
Prepared by: Anastacia […]

Mental Health Day-

This video highlights making mental healthcare for all a reality as well as accessible in an unequal world, and provides information to where mental health services can be accessed via the […]

Global Hand Washing Day – 15th October 2021
Washing your hands with soap and water is the best way to protect against Covid-19 virus.
Handwashing is an important part of keeping food safe, preventing diseases, […]