Diabetes is not a disease but a physical condition in which the body cannot use the sugar naturally present in the blood. A blood sugar level of over 1.26 g/l in a person defines them as being diabetic. The only way to know for sure whether you have diabetes is to have a blood test. The pancreas produces insulin, which helps the body to metabolise sugar... Programme ‘Hygiène et santé’, broadcast on radio Don Bosco.

We are still in the midst of celebrating the Jubilee Year 2025, which is why numerous events are planned at national, diocesan, district and organisational levels. We are always learning lessons for a better future, and the aim is for there to be fewer problems, fewer accidents and for all pilgrims to return safely and without injury. Preparation and action are everyone's responsibility. Whatever the field, it's always a good idea to discuss your concerns with the health authorities in your diocese, district or parish... Miaina - Mitia" broadcast on Don Bosco radio.

The platform that unites and connects is the Church, able to tolerate, able to love, able to live mutual respect. The bank holidays is like ‘Andro Fandroana’, a moment of forgiveness, a moment of reconciliation, a moment to turn the page, especially if something bad has happened. Not having the time to talk to those around us leads to loneliness; on the other hand, knowing how to listen is a form of showing love, appreciation and respect to those around us... Mba ho vanona" programme in collaboration with General Désiré Ramakavelo.

Malaria is a fever transmitted by the bite of a female mosquito (anopheles). The fever is contagious and potentially fatal, but it can be treated. The main cause of the disease is a virus transmitted by female mosquitoes, which feed on the blood of people bitten by them. If not treated in time, malaria can be fatal. It is not transmitted from human to human, but only through mosquito bites... Hygiene and health" programme, broadcast on Don Bosco radio.

Message from the Bishops at the end of the Pilgrimage

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, You who have come in such large numbers to take part in this national pilgrimage, as well as all of you who are following it from home through the media. We, the bishops of Madagascar, would like to express our deep gratitude to you for having responded to our invitation and for having brought this jubilee initiated by Pope Francis to life spiritually. With you, we take up Mary's song: ‘My soul exalts the Lord’ and we repeat with her: ‘What shall I repay the Lord for all the good he has done me?’....

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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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