Djibouti

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Djibouti

Djibouti (pronunciation: /dʒɪˈbuːti/), officially the Republic of Djibouti, is a country located in the Horn of Africa. It is bordered by Eritrea in the north, Ethiopia in the west and south, and Somalia in the southeast. The remainder of the border is formed by the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden at the east.

Etymology

The country's name, Djibouti, is derived from the Afro-Asiatic term "gabouti", meaning "plateau". This refers to the geographical feature that makes up much of the country's landscape.

Health in Djibouti

Healthcare in Djibouti is managed by the Ministry of Health. The country faces several health challenges such as malaria, tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS. The country has made significant progress in reducing child mortality and improving maternal health.

Related Terms

  • Epidemiology: The study and analysis of the distribution, patterns and determinants of health and disease conditions in defined populations.
  • Public Health: The science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities.
  • Infectious Disease: Diseases caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites.

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