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Aid for Aids Programme
Join the Aid for Aids (AfA) Programme today
Only one in 10 people who are HIV-positive are aware of their condition. Please allow us to help you identify the illness at an early stage and let us assist you to manage your health and wellbeing so that you can remain an active and healthy member of your family, community and workplace.
AfA has a specially trained medical team who will review your details and in consultation with your doctor, ensure that you receive the most appropriate treatment for your condition.
They will also remind you and your doctor to do regular checkups and tests. The test results are used to monitor the state of your health and update your treatment where necessary.
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Your partner in HIV/AIDS care
Without proper help, the effects of HIV and AIDS go far beyond the disease itself. For those affected and their families it has two main impacts - the obvious one being their health and ability to work, and the second being the often considerable financial impact. This is the cost of being unable to work, of treating the disease and of living with it.
AfA was launched in 1998 as a groundbreaking benefit plan for those living with HIV and AIDS to not only help with the emotional load, but the financial one as well.
Confidentiality
In spite of efforts in recent years to educate the public about HIV and AIDS, misconceptions are still common, with fear and ignorance about the condition often obscuring the facts. So teaching and educating is a major focus of AfA.
Despite how common HIV/AIDS is, there is still a social stigma attached to admitting that you are HIV positive. Which is why AfA has the following in place to ensure confidentiality:
- The programme is administered by a team of healthcare professionals, completely separate from your medical scheme and employer.
- AfA has its own confidential telephone and private mail bag facilities.
- Should you have HIV and decide to join the programme, every care is taken to maintain confidentiality.
Additional benefits
Over the last few years, tremendous progress has been made in the treatment of HIV and AIDS. By joining AfA, members will get access to benefits for medicines to treat HIV and prevent opportunistic infections. But even before you need medicine, registering on the programme will be of great value to you and provide the following:
- Ongoing support via a treatment support counsellor.
- Regular monitoring of disease progression.
- Clinical guidelines and support for doctors.
- Assistance in finding a registered counsellor.
How to join the AfA programme
Step 1
If you are worried that you might be infected with HIV ask your doctor or clinic to test you. This test will be paid for and only you and your doctor will be informed of the results.
Step 2
If the results show that you are HIV-positive, call AfA on +264 61 285 5423 and ask for an application form.
Step 3
Your doctor will examine you and help you complete the form.
Step 4
Email you completed form to AfA to info@afa.com.na. All correspondence is strictly kept confidential.
Step 5
The AfA medical team is specially trained to review your medical details. They will contact your doctor if necessary, and agree on the most appropriate treatment for you.
Step 6
You will need to visit your doctor for regular examinations and tests.
Step 7
Your doctor will contact AfA to keep us informed about your condition. If necessary, your treatment plan will be updated.
Step 8
If you are a medical aid member, submit your HIV claims in the same manner as you would do for all other claims.
Forms
Select and download all application, registration and request forms as well as information on NHP’s designated service providers, tariffs and travel insurance.
Information and Services
BMI Calculator
BMI is the abbreviation for your Body Mass Index. In order to calculate your BMI, you need to know your height and weight.
Chronic Lifestyle Diseases
This benefit is only available to NHP Gold, Platinum and Titanium members.
Babyline
Babyline is a 24-hour children’s health advice line manned by paediatric trained registered nurses.
The NHP mobile app
Keep track of benefits, process claims and do much more.
Back and Neck Rehabilitation
The back and neck programme helps members living with chronic back and neck pain.
Benefit suggestions
These life stages aim to illustrate the thoughtful consideration given to the evolving healthcare needs of individuals at different points in their lives. By aligning medical aid benefits with these life stages, we ensure that our members receive targeted and effective healthcare support throughout their journey.
Young Adults
18-30 years young
- Comprehensive preventive care coverage for routine check-ups and vaccinations.
- Access to virtual health consultations for convenient healthcare support.
- Basic dental and vision coverage for early preventive measures.
- Wellness programmes and resources to promote a healthy lifestyle.
Suggested options:
Establishing Families
31-45 years young
- Enhanced maternity benefits including prenatal and postnatal care.
- Pediatric coverage for vaccinations, well-child visits, and common childhood illnesses.
- Expanded family planning and fertility treatment options.
- Comprehensive coverage for routine and preventive care.
Suggested options:
Mid-Life Professionals
46-60 years young
- Comprehensive coverage for chronic conditions management.
- Specialised screenings for age-related health concerns.
- Access to specialists for managing mid-life health challenges.
- Mental health support and counseling services.
Suggested options:
Seniors
61+ years young
- Back and neck rehabilitation
- Comprehensive coverage for Chronic conditions management
- Specialised screenings for age-related health concerns
- Access to Specialists for managing mid-life health challeneges
