Day: October 29, 2020
Covid-19 poses challenge to mental health
THE Covid-19 and associated economic and social unrest pose an ongoing global challenge to mental health. In our country, there is an increased rate of mental distress both directly as […]
Trial finds medication to save premature babies
THE results of a new clinical trial, published on Friday in the “New England Journal of Medicine”, show that dexamethasone – a glucocorticoid used to treat many conditions, including rheumatic […]
Centre trains frontline workers
THE Covid-19 National Control Centre is providing training to frontline health workers responding to the Covid-19, National Pandemic Response Controller David Manning says. In a statement, he said that the […]
WHO warns against politicisation of pandemic
The World Health Organisation has warned nations against “the politicisation” of the Covid-19 pandemic, saying it has led to confusion and disrespect for science and made the pandemic worse. At […]
Partners conduct cancer workshops in Lae
THE PNG Cancer Foundation, in partnership with the National Cancer Treatment Centre joined Paradise Foods Ltd in conducting workshops on cancer in Lae this week. The first was held at […]
People unaware of risks: Study
A SURVEY has shown that half of the participants did not know that chewing betel nut, smoking and drinking alcohol could increase their chances of developing cancer. PNG Cancer Foundation […]
WITNESS
CLOGGED storm drain flooding the road at Geauta Drive opposite Unagi Oval bus stop. Rain is starting to fall in the nation’s capital so drivers and commuters are encouraged to […]
Respect rules, everyone
A COUPLE and their baby were trying to enter a shop in Port Moresby but the security guard did not open the door until the husband put on his mask. […]
Forget motion, wait till 2022
THE explanation parliament clerk Kala Aufa gave on the timeframe for when a motion of confidence can be made against the current regime should be respected. I am happy with […]
Roo setting good examples for leaders
CHIEF fire officer Bill Roo of PNG Fire Service is someone who never looks back. The setbacks and challenges he endured have immensely shaped him to be more matured in […]