Every February 14 is International Epilepsy Day. Epilepsy is a disease caused by a disorder in the functioning of the brain. The reason for the disruption of brain functions is the presence of electrical discharge which helps in the command function of the brain. The causes of epilepsy are multiple: acquired from birth, acquired from the mother during pregnancy, damage to areas of the brain, tumors or brain cancer...

The destruction of the surrounding marshes is detrimental to the environment, in particular the wetlands around the Alaotra marsh. Conservationists fear that the marshes will not be found in Alaotra as long as the destruction continues...

As Christians, we strive to be with those who suffer on the journey of love. The 30th World Day of the Sick was celebrated on February 11, 2022. The theme chosen by Pope Francis was "Be merciful, as your father is merciful" Lk 6.36. The patient is an image of Christ, urging health workers and caregivers to do their work with love and humility and to make it missionary work...

Habits play an important role in education. Habits can change a lot of things, for example a family that is used to "swearing" has educated children, who also know how to "swear". The family is the primary school and primarily responsible for education. You have to raise children to have habits, but it's better if you clearly explain to them why an action must become a habit...

The Spirit of truth will guide you into all truth

At the end of its second General Assembly, held from 15 to 18 October 2024, the Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace sent a message to government officials at all levels, as well as to all Malagasy and all people of goodwill.

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Love and Salvation

Christmas is a great joy, because it is the love of God that has come to us, proclaims Fr. Bizimana Innocent, Provincial Superior of the Salesians Don Bosco of Madagascar and Mauritius, presenting his Christmas greetings. Salvation is accomplished, so life is not in danger of disappearing. It is this love and this salvation that we wish to fill our life so that we have peace.

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Zatti, our brother

The short film "Zatti, our brother" (Argentina, 2020) focuses on one of the most difficult episodes of his life. We are in Viedma, in 1941: at the age of 60, Zatti is forced to leave the hospital he has attended for decades. His faith and strength are tested.

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