Rain Could Bring Good And Bad

The Botswana Doctors Union (BDU) has advised Batswana to apply extreme care during the rainy season as opportunistic diseases associated with heavy rainfall may increase the burden on the health system. 

BDU gives the warning in a time where the health fraternity is already in battle with the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic currently attacking the world.

BDU president Shingirai Muzondiwa told The Monitor on Friday that the northern part of the country is likely to experience parasitic and vector-borne diseases from bilharzia to malaria, while those in the southern part of the country are more concerned with respiratory diseases such as the common cold.

Editor's Comment
Stakeholders must step up veggie supply

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...

Have a Story? Send Us a tip
arrow up