Health
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Maternal Deaths Over Blood Shortages ‘Unacceptable,’ Says Minister
Health Minister Douglas Mombeshora says maternal deaths linked to blood shortages are “very unacceptable,” as Zimbabwe’s maternal mortality ratio remains…
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Govt Confirms ‘Small’ Blood Fee in Public Hospitals
Zimbabwe’s Health Minister confirms a “small fee” was introduced for blood in public hospitals after Government accumulated arrears to the…
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Early Cancer Screening Critical in Zimbabwe, Advocate Says
“Cancer survivor Barbara Nyathi is urging Zimbabweans to prioritise early screening, highlighting that timely detection can save lives and reduce…
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Dog vaccination drive underway in Bulawayo
The City of Bulawayo has rolled out a mobile dog vaccination and dipping programme across several suburbs as part of…
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Zimbabwe fast tracks approval of long-acting HIV prevention drug Lenacapavir
Zimbabwe has fast-tracked the approval of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable for HIV prevention, completing its review in just 23 days.…
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Bulawayo issues alert over suspected HFMD cases
The City of Bulawayo has warned residents following reports of suspected Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease cases, urging hygiene and…
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Fact Check: No, Chinese scientists haven’t found a drug to make humans live to 150 years
Viral posts claiming that Chinese scientists have created a “miracle drug” to extend life to 150 years are false. The…
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Everyone Has a Role in Medicine Safety by Reporting Suspected Side Effects
The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) has called on all citizens to take an active role in medicine safety…
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Zimbabwe Selected for Global Roll Out of Ground Breaking HIV prevention Drug
The U.S. Embassy in Zimbabwe has announced that the country is among ten worldwide chosen to introduce lenacapavir, a new…
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NAC intensifies Male Engagement in HIV Prevention
The National AIDS Council (NAC) is ramping up efforts to involve men in HIV prevention and treatment, addressing their low…
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