This Wednesday’s “Vamos Falar de Saúde” featured a conversation with the Provincial Director of Health of Huíla, Dr. Paulo Miguel Luvangamo, who, in this edition, took on the role of an expert in Occupational Medicine to address a topic of extreme relevance: occupational diseases.

Throughout his presentation, the specialist drew attention to the often invisible risks that permeate the work environment, classifying them into four major groups, which, when neglected, can seriously compromise the health of workers:

Physical risks
Chemical risks
Ergonomic risks
Biological risks

More than identifying the dangers, Dr. Paulo Luvangamo highlighted the importance of prevention as an essential tool, emphasizing that safety at work depends not only on institutions, but also on the awareness and individual behavior of each employee.

In a moment of direct and incisive reflection, he issued a clear warning to the listeners:

“Responsibility for our health begins with ourselves. Expecting others to take care of it for us is, without a doubt, one of the most dangerous decisions we can make.”

With a strategic vision focused on innovation and expansion, the Liberatos Group confirms its participation, for the first time, in Expo Huíla, one of the largest business events in the southern region of the country.

The event, which will take place from August 19th to 23rd at the Nossa Senhora do Monte Complex, brings together companies, entrepreneurs, and institutions from various sectors, promoting the sharing of experiences, investment opportunities, and the strengthening of partnerships.

In this edition, the Liberatos Group will be present at stand 134, where it intends to present its services, reinforce its market presence, and establish new institutional and commercial connections, consolidating its position as an organization oriented towards innovative and impactful solutions.

Learn more about Expo Huíla here: https://aapcil.ao/#expo

In this Wednesday’s edition, April 8, 2026, the program “Vamos Falar de Saúde” on Radio Huíla addressed the topic “The Importance of Occupational Medicine,” within the context of the Blue and Green Month, dedicated to raising awareness about Autism and Occupational Safety and Health. The guest was Dr. Paulo Miguel Luvangamo, a specialist in the field.

During the interview, the specialist explained that Occupational Medicine focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of work-related illnesses. He highlighted the need for pre-employment medical examinations, periodic assessments, and exit examinations as a way to guarantee the health of workers throughout their professional careers.

The guest also emphasized that companies that invest in prevention and adequate working conditions reduce risks and increase productivity, unlike those that neglect these practices, becoming more exposed to accidents and occupational diseases.

One of the key points highlighted was the shortage of specialists in Huíla province, with Dr. Luvangamo currently being the only doctor in the area, a situation he considers limiting given the existing needs.

The interview also made reference to World Health Day, celebrated on April 7th, focusing on the importance of vaccination and the progress made by the country in public health.

In a month marked by awareness, both Autism and Workplace Safety highlight the importance of prevention, inclusion, and collective care. It is in this context that health surveillance asserts itself as an essential pillar, guaranteeing information, timely response, and protection of communities.

In this vein, Epidemiological Surveillance was highlighted in the first edition of “Vamos Falar de Saúde” in April, held this Wednesday.

The guest was the Provincial Supervisor of Epidemiological Surveillance of Huíla, Mr. Leonardo Mungonena Isaías. During the conversation, the specialist explained that epidemiological surveillance is based on the systematic collection of health data, followed by its analysis, interpretation, and dissemination, allowing for quick and effective decision-making.

Different aspects of the system were highlighted, namely:

Passive surveillance
Sentinel surveillance
Integrated disease surveillance and responses

According to the official, these approaches allow not only the early identification of outbreaks, but also the guidance of appropriate responses and informing the population.

In Huíla province, the system already has an organized structure, with consistent records and strong community involvement. Community agents, coordinators, and local officials play an active role in the notification and monitoring of cases, contributing to a more efficient response to public health challenges.

The edition reinforced the importance of the participation of everyone—institutions and citizens—in disease surveillance and prevention, promoting a culture of collective responsibility for health.

The latest edition of the “Vamos Falar de Saúde” program, which marked the closing of the Purple March campaign, addressed the theme “The Responsibility of Inspection,” with the participation of the Chief Inspector of the Provincial Health Office, Lurdes Gaspar.

During her presentation, the guest explained that the Inspection is the body responsible for monitoring and controlling the functioning of the National Health System, through inspections, audits, and other mechanisms, with the objective of ensuring compliance with standards and the quality of services provided to the population.

Among the main challenges, she highlighted the lack of qualified professionals and the absence of a habit of reporting violations by citizens. Inspections are carried out periodically, and may also occur without prior notice, according to identified needs.

In the last semester, 11 inspections were carried out in public institutions and 27 in private ones. Lurdes Gaspar emphasized that responsibility for the quality of services is collective, appealing for the involvement of all professionals.

She further clarified that Inspection is the responsibility of the Inspection Office, while Supervision has been transferred to Local Administrations, covering all hospital areas. In the case of pharmaceuticals, control begins from importation to distribution.

In closing, she encouraged the public to report irregularities, guaranteeing that the Office is available to respond and improve health services.

This Wednesday’s “Vamos Falar de Saúde” program brought to the center of the debate a topic that is often invisible, but crucial: the challenges of planning and statistics in the health sector. The guest, Dr. Elizabeth José, Head of the Planning, Statistics and Human Resources Department of the Huíla Provincial Health Office, began by emphasizing that behind every consultation, diagnosis, or medical intervention lies a complex mechanism of management and organization. The department she leads plays a strategic role, coordinating human resources, assets, and the implementation of public policies, in direct connection with the Provincial Health Directorate.

Among the main challenges, she highlighted:

• The shortage of qualified professionals
• High absenteeism, particularly in rural areas

The difficulty in retaining staff in remote areas continues to be influenced by cultural factors and the limited prospects for career progression. In response, the Executive has reinforced incentives, such as isolation allowances, to attract and retain professionals in these regions.

In a sign of commitment to the future, the existence of a specialized center serving the provinces of Huíla and Namibe was highlighted, with 114 professionals currently in training in crucial areas such as pediatrics, community health, medical-surgical specialties, and clinical analysis.

In terms of services, the province has 317 health units, including 6 provincial hospitals, demonstrating a significant network, although pressured by increasing demand.

The final message was clear: improving the health system is a shared responsibility. Users must take an active role, utilizing the available complaint and dialogue channels to contribute to building more efficient, humane services that better meet the needs of the population.

Public health is one of those invisible gears that keep a society functioning. When everything is going well, almost no one notices. When it fails, the impact is immediate. This week’s “Vamos Falar de Saúde” program focused precisely on this behind-the-scenes aspect of collective health, with the participation of the Head of the Public Health Department, Kama Sandra Chimuco.

At the beginning of the conversation, she explained that the Public Health Department works on a dimension that is often less visible in medicine: the health of the community as a whole. Instead of treating only the individual patient, the focus is on preventing problems before they turn into crises. To this end, the work is based on three fundamental pillars:

1.Epidemiological surveillance and disease monitoring

2.Health promotion and prevention within communities

3.Strategic organization of health services.

One of the central themes addressed was the cholera situation. According to Kama Sandra Chimuco, the outbreak has shown signs of slowing down, but the state of alert must be maintained. She highlighted a positive piece of data: the municipality of Lubango has not registered any new cases recently. Even so, she reinforced that the absence of cases does not mean that precautions can be abandoned, since continuous prevention is the best way to avoid new outbreaks.

Another interesting point of the conversation was the role of communication in public health. In many communities, the language barrier hindered the transmission of prevention messages, especially when the information was disseminated only in Portuguese. This challenge has been overcome with the integration of specialists in national languages ​​into health teams, allowing information to reach the population clearly and effectively and strengthening local surveillance and early disease detection systems.

During the program, rabies vaccination was also discussed. In the municipality of Lubango, more than 1,146 cases of animal attacks were registered, the highest rate in the province. Despite this, all patients received assistance. The official advised that, in case of an attack, it is crucial to immediately seek medical attention at a hospital and provide important information, such as the type of animal attacking and whether it was vaccinated.

Regarding routine vaccinations, the province is prepared to meet the demand. The appeal was directed to parents and guardians: rigorously adhering to children’s vaccination schedules remains one of the most effective ways to protect public health.

In closing, Kama Sandra Chimuco acknowledged that the public health sector still faces challenges, but emphasized the significant progress made over the years. She therefore reaffirmed her commitment to continue improving care, surveillance, and response to health needs in all hospital units in the province.

Ultimately, the logic of public health is almost philosophical: small actions repeated by many people produce large effects on society. Washing hands, vaccinating a child, storing water safely—simple gestures that, added together, make an entire community more resistant to disease.

When we talk about public health, we’re not just referring to consultations, medications, or surgeries. We’re talking about structural decisions, planning, and determinants that begin long before someone enters a hospital.

In the first edition of March, the program “Vamos Falar de Sáude” featured Dr. Paulo Miguel Luvangamo, Director of the Provincial Health Office, former head of the INEMA department for six years, and specialist in Occupational Medicine.

The conversation began by explaining the role of the Provincial Health Office. This structure defines health policies at the provincial level, plans and manages health units, and coordinates four departments responsible for the functioning of the system. In other words: before the service, there is organization. Before the consultation, there is strategy.

Dr. Luvangamo also explained the three levels of hospital units—primary, secondary, and tertiary care—and helped to understand a frequent phenomenon: the overload of the Lubango Central Hospital.

According to the director, many of the problems faced by the unit—including failures in the public telephone service—are linked to the high number of patients. And why does this happen? Because there is still a shortage of dedicated primary care units in neighborhoods like Comandante Cowboy and other regions.

When the first level fails or is insufficient, the third level overflows.

Despite the challenges, Lubango Central Hospital is now the second hospital in the country to obtain international quality certification—a fact that demonstrates significant progress in the organization and standardization of services.

The conversation then moved to an essential point in health education: the determinants of health.

Determinants of health are the social, economic, environmental, and educational factors that influence people’s health status. It is not only the presence of hospitals that defines the well-being of the population. It is also the level of education, access to information, sanitation conditions, family income, and cultural habits.

Dr. Luvangamo highlighted two major provincial challenges: low investment in the sector and weak health education among the population. The most deficient area continues to be primary care services—precisely the ideal entry point for a balanced health system.

Another critical point addressed was technical training. Every year, professionals are trained in Brazil and Portugal with the aim of improving the quality of services. Even so, the shortage of technicians directly impacts the efficiency of operating rooms in municipalities such as Caluquembe, Matala, and the Olga Cháves hospital unit.

The practical message from this edition is clear: public health begins with prevention and the correct use of services. Seeking primary care first, valuing health education, and understanding how the system works are attitudes that help reduce hospital overload and improve care for all.

By promoting this dialogue with provincial health leaders, the Liberatos Group reinforces its commitment to health education and to bringing public management and the community closer together. Informing is also caring.

March begins with a strategic reflection: to improve the health of the population, it is necessary to look beyond the hospital walls and understand the structures that support the entire system.

Liberatos Manuntec Lda, a company belonging to the Liberatos Group, has received a Registration Certificate issued by the National Agency of Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels (ANPG), a document that confirms its formal registration in the oil and gas sector in Angola.

The certificate attests that the company is registered with the regulatory body, in accordance with applicable legislation, and consolidates institutional credibility and opens new opportunities for action in the energy market.

In a highly regulated and technically demanding sector, registration with the ANPG is a fundamental requirement for providing services and participating in activities related to the oil industry. This means that Liberatos Manuntec, Lda now meets the formal conditions to collaborate with operators and partners in the sector, strengthening its strategic positioning and its capacity for expansion.

The impact is clear:

For clients, it increases confidence in the company’s legal and technical compliance.

For employees, it opens up a horizon of professional growth in one of the most relevant sectors of the Angolan economy.

For the community, it represents the consolidation of a national company aligned with regulatory standards and prepared to actively contribute to economic development.

In a context where formalization, transparency, and technical qualification are crucial for business sustainability, this certificate symbolizes commitment, responsibility, and a vision for the future.

The next natural step is to transform this provisional recognition into definitive certification, further strengthening Liberatos Manuntec, Lda’s presence in the national energy sector and expanding its market impact.

Learn more about ANPG here: https://anpg.co.ao/

The radio program “Vamos Falar de Saúde” addressed the topic “The Influence of the Hospital Environment on Patient Recovery” today, featuring nurse Zonaid Chipinga.

During her presentation, the guest emphasized that patient recovery depends not only on medication or clinical procedures, but also on the environment in which care is provided. She explained that it is fundamental that the hospital environment be welcoming from the beginning to the end of hospitalization, contributing to a faster and more efficient recovery.

The nurse stressed that when a patient leaves their home environment for the hospital, they naturally face an adaptation process. At this time, the attitude of healthcare professionals becomes crucial. Attentive and humanized care promotes emotional stability, while negative or indifferent attitudes can generate anxiety and even worsen the clinical condition.

The importance of humanization in care was reinforced, promoting healthy interaction between family and patient, as well as between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals. This bond of trust allows everyone to feel safer, more protected, and more optimistic about the recovery process.

During the program, listener Benita de Deus participated to thank and praise the good care she received at the psychiatric hospital, highlighting the importance of dignified and respectful care in the therapeutic process.

The broadcast reinforced the need for continuous investment in the quality of the hospital environment, recognizing it as an essential factor for the health and well-being of patients.

Learn more about the February programs here: https://liberatos.co.ao/acoes-sociais/educacao-em-saude-impacto-real-na-comunidade/