NamBTS takes care of its employees

30 August 2019 | Health

The Namibian Blood Transfusion Service (NamBTS) in Windhoek held a wellness day for its employees on Wednesday. Namibia Health Plan (NHP) visited the offices to provide the employees with health check-ups. These included tests to determine their body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, blood glucose and cholesterol levels. A massage therapist, an optometrist, members of Nucleus Gym and members of the Cancer Association were on hand to provide the employees with tips and information. In the photo Titus Shivute, the educational officer at the NamBTS, is getting his check-up.

PHOTO MARISELLE STOFBERG.

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