Lack of sleep affects the body and health: it can affect memory, lethargy, lack of concentration... A day lasts 24 hours: 8 hours to work, 8 hours to sleep, 8 hours to do something else. A healthy amount of sleep for adults is 7 to 8 hours. There are several sleep cycles: half-asleep, deep sleep and full sleep, which can include dreams that you remember when you wake up. Hygiene and health’ programme with Radio Don Bosco.

The Tapia forest in the communes of Arivonimamo-II and Miarinarivo-II in the Itasy region is to be designated a protected area. The VOI or local village communities that manage the forest face difficulties in protecting the forest from logging and destruction in various forms...

The life of a married couple is determined by many things, and their harmony is the result of their behaviour and the choices they make. One of these is the decision to use a natural contraceptive method. This encourages the couple to talk more often, to get to know each other better. In this way, the dialogue that takes place before the decision is made and the life of the choice that is made together is a cement that strengthens the relationship. The choices that are made always involve taking responsibility, including thinking about the future of the family and of generations. Live and love’ programme on Radio Don Bosco, in collaboration with the Arrupe Centre in Madagascar.

Polio is a contagious disease caused by the polio virus, which can lead to sudden weakness, physical disabilities and death. It is transmitted through unclean food and infected hands. Children who are not vaccinated or who are not sufficiently vaccinated can transmit or contract polio. Spilled faeces spread the virus in the environment. Hygiene and health" programme on Radio Don Bosco.

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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