In Mauritius, the first case of AIDS was identified in October 1987. As at end of August 2013, a total of 5,682 cases of HIV/AIDS were detected, of which 1,203 were females.
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Health – HIV/AIDS : Preventive measures bear fruits
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Heart diseases on the rise
The World Heart Day was celebrated on 29 September in Mauritius and countries around the globe. World Heart Day was founded to inform people that heart disease and stroke are the world’s leading cause of death.
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The Pink Ribbon Month : October Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is an annual international campaign to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure.
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New health track at Goodlands : Health minister raises alarm over physical inactivity
A brand new health track was inaugurated on Saturday 26 October, at Domaine du Moulin, St Antoine, Goodlands. The Minister of Health and Quality of Life proceeded to the opening ceremony together with the Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development, the Minister of Arts and Culture and the Chairman of Rivière du Rempart…
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Thirty retinal operations in four days by Professor Tabatabay
Professor Tabatabay, President of Teaching Eye Surgery and Ophthalmologist in Chief was present in Mauritius from the 19 to 26 October and performed thirty retinal operations for severe diabetic retinopathies and conducted surgical teaching sessions at the S. Bharati Hospital, Moka.
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Health : Workshop on Management of Type 1 Diabetes
The annual World Diabetes Day, observed on November 14, was commemorated last week by several associations. In this context, the Ministry of Health and Quality of Life organised a One-Day Workshop on Management of Type 1 Diabetes, on Thursday 14th November 2013 at La Cannelle, Domaine Les Pailles.
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Investments in Gynecology enhance standard of living
It is increasingly recognised that gynecological problems affect the quality of life of the mother and the child. Major global healthcare players have invested in modern clinics, with improvements in imaging technology, endoscopic equipment, drug treatment and scientific innovations in Mauritius. Fortis Clinic Darne, one of the biggest stakeholders in…
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Behaviour change is the cornerstone of HIV prevention
A One Day Screening Programme in the context of World AIDS Day 2013 was held at Basketball Playground, Batterie Cassée, Roche Bois on Sunday 01 December 2013. For the period 2011 – 2015, the World AIDS campaign has selected the slogan “Getting to Zero”.
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Cruel irony of summer
Whilst summer is enjoyable for abundant outdoor activities and we want to bare the most of skin, unfortunately the sun gives us a tough time with acne, sunburns, dandruff and infections. Dermatologist at Fortis Clinique Darné, Dr. Christine Schoutens advises some precautions to handle summer skin assaults.
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Specialist on call 24/7 project freeze
Health Minister Lormus Bundhoo had previously announced a range of measures to be implemented in 2014, including the setting up of a system of availability of specialists 24/7 in the emergency and maternity department sof hospitals.
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World Cancer Day marked
In the context of World Cancer Day 2014, the Ministry of Health & Quality of Life, in collaboration with the World Health Organisation, launched a series of activities at La Cannelle, Domaine Les Pailles on Tuesday.
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Misleading Labels : Know Your Food
Not all foods which claim to be healthy are actually good for you. Labelling on foods often leads to confusion among shoppers, and consumers should be wary of products labelled “low fat” or with “added vitamins and minerals”. You know how books have a table of contents that explains what’s…
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Preedeep Reflexology : Let your feet be your health
Reflexology is a new technique used to cure diseases. It can be used as a complement with drugs and painkillers to cure people. Research in the US has shown that there are lots of positive benefits in the use of reflexology. Deveena Bolaky, a reflexologist and Director of Preedeep Reflexology…
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Bullied kids face higher risk of cardiovascular disease
People who experienced bullying in childhood are more likely to be overweight and show higher levels of circulatory system inflammation in later life, finds a new research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London. This puts them at higher risk of heart attack and…
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