Worry as elephantiasis outbreak hits Zim
Elephantiasis is a parasitic disease that affects the lymph nodes and lymph vessels and is spread by infectious mosquitoes.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Sep. 14, 2024
Govt expands NatPharm Warehouses
Health ministry Permanent secretary, Aspect Maunganidze, emphasized the impact these warehouses will have on Zimbabwe’s healthcare system.
By Rejoice Phiri
Sep. 7, 2024
Avail enough resources in fight against Mpox
Mpox (formerly called monkey pox) is a rare viral infection that is endemic to Central and West Africa.
By Newsday
Aug. 24, 2024
Zim cholera free: Govt
Speaking during post-Cabinet briefing, Information minister Jenfan Muswere, however, urged Zimbabweans to continue practising hygiene.
By Priveledge Gumbodete
Jul. 31, 2024
Food standards board welcome
The appointment of the board comes amid a rise in counterfeit products, raising health fears in the country.
By Newsday
Jul. 13, 2024
Malnutrition creeps into urban areas
Health and Child Care ministry Mutare district nutritionist Bridget Buzuzi said there were programmes underway to curb malnutrition.
By Clayton Masekesa
Jul. 8, 2024
Govt must subsidise blood supply
There are several sin taxes in Zimbabwe and we urge Treasury to timely disburse funds to the health sector if blood supply is to be constant.
By Newsday
Jun. 17, 2024
Health ministry, apostolic sects in fight to reduce maternal deaths
Apostolic sects have been known to shun clinics and hospitals due to religious beliefs.
By Vanessa Gonye
Jun. 5, 2024
Risk of polio spreading in Zim, neighbouring countries remains high
Zimbabwe last reported a case of indigenous wild poliovirus (WPV) in 1986 and has been certified polio free since 2005.
By Unicef
May. 25, 2024
