Eritrea
Eritrea (pronunciation: /ˌɛrɪˈtreɪ.ə, ˌɛrɪˈtriːə/; Tigrinya: ኤርትራ)
Eritrea is a country in the Horn of Africa, with its capital at Asmara. It is bordered by Sudan in the west, Ethiopia in the south, and Djibouti in the southeast. The northeastern and eastern parts of Eritrea have an extensive coastline along the Red Sea. The nation has a total area of approximately 117,600 km2 (45,406 sq mi).
Etymology
The name Eritrea is derived from the ancient Greek name for the Red Sea (Ἐρυθρὰ Θάλασσα Erythra Thalassa), which was first adopted for Italian Eritrea in 1890. Eritrea is considered the 16th largest country in Africa.
Health in Eritrea
Eritrea's healthcare system is broken down into three tiers: primary, secondary, and tertiary health services. The Ministry of Health oversees all health activities in the country.
Primary Health Services
Primary health services in Eritrea include basic healthcare provided at the community level. This includes services provided by community health agents, health assistants, and maternal and child health assistants.
Secondary Health Services
Secondary health services in Eritrea are provided at the district level. These services include general hospitals and health centers that provide specialized care.
Tertiary Health Services
Tertiary health services in Eritrea are provided at the national level. These services include specialized hospitals that provide advanced medical care.
Related Terms
- Asmara - The capital city of Eritrea.
- Red Sea - A seawater inlet of the Indian Ocean, lying between Africa and Asia.
- Ministry of Health - The government body responsible for the health of the citizens of Eritrea.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Eritrea
- Wikipedia's article - Eritrea
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