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⚠️ Uncontrolled hypertension or high blood pressure is a major cause of premature death in people under 70 years of age. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, using a clinically validated device will ensure accurate reading for most appropriate treatment. #WorldHypertensionDay #Hypertension #HeartHealth #HealthForAll

Namibia joins the world in commemorating the 9th UN Global Road Safety Week (11–17 May 2026). 🚶🏽‍♀️🚴🏽 The national launch was officiated by Mr Jonas Sheelongo, Executive Director of the Ministry of Works and Transport, alongside Dr Richard Banda, @WHONAMIBIA Representative and Deputy Commissioner (RTd) Amalia Gawanas, Board Chairperson of the @nrsc__namibia who emphasized that road safety is not only about transport and infrastructure—it is a social justice issue that affects every road user, not just motorists. Safer walking & cycling mean fewer deaths, healthier people, cleaner air, and stronger communities. #RoadSafetyWeek #MakeWalkingSafe #MakeCyclingSafe

Hantaviruses are zoonotic viruses that naturally infect rodents and can occasionally spread to people. Here’s what you need to know about #hantavirus: What they are, how they spread, the symptoms, and how to prevent infection

Did you know? #Hantaviruses are a group zoonotic viruses carried by rodents that can cause severe disease in humans. Learn how to prevent it and what to do during an outbreak. Watch this explainer👇🏾

WHO’s Triple Billion targets are aimed to ensure that by 2025: 👉 1 billion more people benefited from universal health coverage 👉 1 billion more people were better protected from health emergencies 👉 1 billion more people enjoyed better health and well-being Despite significant funding cuts and restructuring, the WHO delivered measurable health improvements worldwide in 2025. WHO's Results Report 2025 is out. who.int/about/accounta… #StandWithScience #TogetherForHealth

Namibia’s Round 3 polio type 2 vaccination campaign coincides with the African Vaccination Week, which concludes today, 30 April. This year’s theme, “For every generation, vaccines work,” highlights the importance of vaccination at all ages and the need to reach every child—especially those who have not yet received any vaccines (“zero-dose” children). As we mark the end of African Vaccination Week and the national polio campaign, remember: 👉Vaccines have saved over 150 million lives globally 👉They protect against more than 30 life-threatening diseases and infections Protect your child today. Ensure all children aged 10 years and below receive the polio drops and are up to date with routine immunization. #VaccinesWork #TogetherForHealth #StandWithScience #africanvaccinationwee

The Opuwo Health District officially kicked off the Round 3 polio vaccination campaign this morning, joining the nationwide effort to protect children against poliovirus type 2. The campaign runs from 27–30 April 2026 across Namibia. All children aged 10 years and younger are eligible—even if they received polio drops in previous rounds or are up to date with routine immunization. Vaccination teams will be going house-to-house and are also available at all health facilities. 👉 Parents and caregivers: Make sure your child (10 years and younger) receives the polio drops. Every dose counts in keeping Namibia polio-free!

It’s #WorldImmunizationWeek. Vaccines have saved more than 150 million lives over the past 50 years. That’s around 6 lives every minute, every day, for more than five decades. They protect against diseases such as: ✅cervical cancer ✅cholera ✅diphtheria ✅Ebola ✅hepatitis B ✅influenza ✅measles ✅mumps ✅pertussis ✅polio ✅rabies ✅rotavirus ✅rubella ✅tetanus ✅varicella ✅yellow fever For every generation, #VaccinesWork 💉 #AfricanVaccinationWeek

@MOHSSNamibia1, with @WHONAMIBIA , @UnicefNamibia & @NBCNamibia , held an info session in Olympia, Windhoek, on the upcoming Polio type 2 vaccination campaign. Round 3 runs 27–30 April 2026 nationwide. All children aged 10 years must receive polio drops. #VaccinesWork #EndPolio

The @MhssNamibia , together with the Embassy of Japan in Namibia, @WHONAMIBIA and @UnicefNamibia, officially launched new Japan-funded projects to strengthen emergency preparedness, malaria prevention, and cancer services across Namibia. Total funding amounts to US$1.126 million (N$18.4 million). 👉The malaria prevention project will be rolled out across 9 health districts in 4 regions: Kavango East, Kavango West, Zambezi and Ohangwena, reaching a population of over 823,000 people, about 27% of Namibia’s population. 👉The cancer prevention project will procure 7 ultrasound machines to enable early detection and the initiation of treatment, improving health outcomes. Minister Dr Esperance Luvindao says: “It is an investment in resilience, equity & the well-being of Namibians.”

@WHONAMIBIA & @MhssNamibia convene Africa Tobacco Control Partners in Windhoek 🇳🇦 Tobacco kills 7M+ people yearly—yet it’s preventable. Stronger partnerships = stronger policies, enforcement & impact. Together, we can save lives. #TobaccoControl #HealthForAll

On 8 April 2026, @MoHSS_Namibia & @WHO convened a clinicians’ sensitization meeting in Windhoek to boost AFP/polio surveillance and outbreak response amid the ongoing #cVDPV2 situation. Strong surveillance = early detection = lives saved. #EndPolio

Following the Minister of Health’s announcement, teams have mobilized for Round 3 of the Polio Type 2 campaign. Regional Directors & Chief Regional Officers are meeting in Windhoek to review progress, draw lessons, and strengthen planning for improved coverage. 📅 27–30 April | Nationwide #EndPolio #VaccinesWork #Namibia

Namibia marked WHO’s 78th anniversary with a march, dances & speeches under the theme “Together for Health. Stand with Science.” From vaccines to HIV treatment, science continues to save lives. 🇳🇦 @MhssNamibia also deployed 14 vehicles to all regions to bring care closer to communities. 🚑 #WorldHealthDay #TogetherforHealth #StandWithScience

This #WorldHealthDay, everyone has a role to play to #EndPolio: 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Families protect 💉 Vaccinators vaccinate 🤝Partners cooperate 🌍Countries coordinate Reaching 10M children across DRC, Angola & Namibia- together. Thanks to @KSRelief_EN, @Rotary & partners, we #EndPolio. #TogetherforHealth #StandwithScience

This #WorldHealthDay, we stand Together for Health. #StandWithScience 💙

Globally, nearly 59 million lives have been saved by the measles vaccine since the year 2000 — because of science. #TogetherforHealth #StandWithScience 💙

Namibia is stepping up its response to a surge in #malaria cases in 2026. Nearly 28,000 cases were reported in the first 10 weeks, driven by heavy rains and increased mosquito breeding. With support from WHO & partners, is scaling up testing, treatment, mosquito nets, and community action. “Strong preparedness ensures early action before outbreaks escalate.” – Dr Dhruv Pandey #EndMalaria #Namibia #HealthForAll

More walking and cycling mean: 🛣️ less traffic 🍃cleaner air 😌quieter streets Walk and cycle your way towards safer, healthier and more liveable cities. Learn more 🔗bit.ly/3NWnFmS #RoadSafety #BeActive