Harmful effects of noise in the workplace

Dr Tendai Zuze Health Matters NOISE is often overlooked in the workplace. Most of us accept it as part of the job, especially in industries like mining, manufacturing, construction, and…

Bindura tops HIV list as Mash Central hotspots red-flagged

Fungai Lupande Mashonaland Central Bureau Bindura remains at the top with the highest HIV prevalence rate in Mashonaland Central at 8.4 percent, raising concern among health authorities as infections continue…

Youths call for action against stigma

Emily Chigaba YOUTHS have called for increased awareness to challenge stigmas that prevent them from seeking mental health support, which may contribute to suicides and drug and substance abuse. Speaking…

President Mnangagwa gives a big boost to health service delivery in Mashonaland West

Walter Nyamukondiwa Mashonaland West Bureau Chief Health service delivery in Mashonaland West province has received a major boost with the addition of six utility vehicles for immunisation outreach, an ambulance…

Mutare Polytechnic donates 76 blankets to Victoria Chitepo Provincial Hospital

Tendai Gukutikwa Health Reporter MUTARE Polytechnic College students this morning donated 76 blankets to Victoria Chitepo Provincial Hospital in a gesture aimed at improving patient comfort as colder months set…

Ministry of Health and Child Care to carry out two rounds of nOPV2 vaccination campaign

Diana Nherera The Ministry of Health and Child Care will be carrying out two rounds of nOPV2 vaccination campaign targeting children below the age of five years. In a notice,…

Delayed autism diagnosis puts children at risk

Tendai Gukutikwa Health Reporter HEALTH and education specialists have raised concern over delayed diagnosis and support for children with autism, warning that limited awareness and persistent stigma are hindering early…

Brain disorders surge amid treatment gaps

Tendai Gukutikwa Health Reporter NEUROLOGICAL and mental health disorders are rapidly emerging as some of Africa’s most urgent public health challenges. Experts warn that significant treatment gaps, a shortage of…

When to worry: Warning signs in common illnesses

Dr Tendai Zuze Health Matters MOST illnesses we experience are mild. A cough, headache, or stomach upset will often get better with rest, fluids, and simple treatment. But sometimes these…

Woman’s traumatic birth sparks fight for inclusive maternity care

Sexual and reproductive health services are often inaccessible to women with disabilities for many reasons, including attitudes from health providers and a lack of physical access. In this story, a…

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