There is no yellow fever in Madagascar, but yellowing of the skin, eyes or hands is due to a spread of gall bladder disease in the blood vessels. If symptoms of "jaundice" appear in a person, they should go to a health centre as soon as possible. People in poor health should get plenty of rest, as the liver has trouble doing its job if the person is tired. Hepatitis "A" is transmitted by mouth-to-mouth contact and through food. Signs: yellow body parts, coloured vomit, fever. Women's promotion" programme on Radio Don Bosco.

In the past, women were not accorded human dignity, but this has gradually developed, so that women have more and more rights. An inspiring slogan for this Women's Day celebration is: Women rise, women develop. Don't wait for others, because since the creation of the world, women have had their own identity... Women must show solidarity and work with men for the development of the family and the country. Women's promotion" broadcast on Radio Don Bosco.

February 11 is a special day for seeing and caring for all patients, but February 12 is dedicated to epilepsy patients. Hepatitis is an infectious disease that affects the liver. The liver cleans the blood of elements that will destroy the human body, which enter through the respiratory tract, skin pores, food and sexual relations. Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver caused by toxic substances or viruses. Feminine promotion" broadcast on Radio Don Bosco.

With the times and the social environment, a gap has opened up between adults and young people. The relationship between young people and adults needs to be adapted so that they can listen to each other.

Diocese of Miarinarivo

Pope Francis has accepted the renunciation of the pastoral government of the Diocese of Miarinarivo, presented by H.E. Mgr Jean Claude Randrianarisoa. At the same time, the Supreme Pontiff has appointed H.E. Mgr Marie Fabien Raharilamboniaina, as Apostolic Admnistrator sede vacante et ad nutum Sanctae Sedis of the same Diocese.

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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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