Over the past decade, the Liberian government has often spent tens of thousands of dollars in fees in each high-profile case of mysterious death. The frequency of these cases has often elicited the question of why Liberia does not have locally-based pathologists.
Industry Insiders Emphasize Importance of Medical Insurance
In a country where less than six percent of Liberians have health insurance, insurance industry insiders are stressing the importance of medical insurance for families.
Alternative Maternity Health Services for Lower Margibi as Lisnow Maternity Clinic Formally Opens
In the small community of Barclay Farm on the outskirts of Firestone, a new maternity clinic has been declared open. The Lisnow Maternity Clinic formally opened for operations on April 30th during a festive ceremony attended by community members, most of whom are retirees of the Firestone Rubber Company.
Reusable Sanitary Pads Promote Retention of Girls in Schools
A taboo associated with discussing the female menstrual cycle is stigmatizing adolescent girls, and in some instances, leading them to stay away from school during their menstrual cycle.
Nimba Commemorates World Malaria Day
Between 2000 and 2015, the number of malaria cases and deaths in Africa declined by 42% and 66%, respectively, according to a message from the World Health Organization’s Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti.
Psychotropic Drugs Not Prioritized By Liberian Gov’t
An investigation conducted by The Bush Chicken has established that psychotropic medications meant for persons with mental illness are not being prioritized by the Liberian government.
Hope for Mental Health: A Resilient System of Care Built in Margibi
The issue of mental health in Liberia still remains a problem particularly after the 14 years of civil crisis, with most traditional healers in Liberia believing that mental health related issues are caused by demonic possession or witchcraft.
Liberian Gov’t Administers ZMapp Vaccine to Newest Ebola Patients
The Liberian government has begun administering the trial ZMapp vaccine to patients in the wake of the latest outbreak of the deadly Ebola virus in the country.