HIV/AIDS maternal deaths on the decline
Wednesday, April 30, 2014
The report states that HIV and AIDS related maternal deaths dropped to 1.4 percent of all maternal deaths in 2012 from 10.2 percent in 2008.
The Botswana Maternal Mortality Ratio report indicates that the most common cause of maternal mortality in 2012 was immediate postpartum haemorrhage, or excessive bleeding, with 12 cases, followed by gestational pregnancy induced hypertension with seven cases each.
The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...