Factors Affecting Quality of Life for People Living with Albinism in Botswana.

People with albinism (PWA) in Africa suffer many challenges, including higher risk of skin cancers and deeply embedded stigma. We conducted interviews with PWA to determine factors influencing their quality of life (QOL) in Botswana. Physical concerns expressed included skin/eye health issues and limited access to health care.

Anxiety and somatization: prevalence and correlates of mental health in older people (60+ years) in Botswana.

Objective: This study explored key factors that influence mental health in older people in Botswana. The prevalence of anxiety and somatization in the elderly population was also calculated.

Methods: A cross-sectional study stratified by district was done to collect information on the elderly ( = 378; age:  = 71.