World Health Organisation Mauritius

Plant trees, eco warriors urge

To commemorate the 112th birth anniversary of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam, Save Our Planet Earth (SOPE), a non-governmental organisation (NGO) proceeded to a Tree Census ceremony at the Municipality of Quatre Bornes on Tuesday. The President of the Republic, Kailash Purryag and the minister of Environment and Sustainable Development, Deva Virahsawmy were present at the occasion. [...]

19 Sep 2012, The Independent Daily

Alcoholism alarming among youths

According to a report published by World Health Organisation (WHO), entitled Global Status Report on Alcohol and Health 2011, the consumption of alcohol has scaled new heights among the youth. The report says that beer is the most consumed alcoholic drink, with a 73 per cent share, among the youth who are above 15. The [...]

28 Feb 2011, The Independent Daily