Samoa
Samoa
Samoa (/səˈmoʊ.ə/), officially known as the Independent State of Samoa and until 1997 known as Western Samoa, is a country consisting of two main islands, Savai'i and Upolu, and four smaller islands. The capital city is Apia. The Lapita people discovered and settled the Samoan Islands around 3,500 years ago.
Etymology
The origin of the word "Samoa" is uncertain, but it is believed to have been derived from the Polynesian word "Sa-Moana", which means "Sacred Ocean" or "Sacred Sea".
Healthcare in Samoa
Healthcare in Samoa is primarily provided by the public sector, through the Ministry of Health. The health system is a mix of a tax-funded public system and private health care, with the public health system offering free healthcare at the point of delivery.
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Diseases and Conditions
The most common diseases and conditions in Samoa include diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and heart disease. The country also faces challenges with infectious diseases such as dengue fever, leptospirosis, and typhoid.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Samoa
- Wikipedia's article - Samoa
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