Health effects of heat
Dr Tendai Zuze Health Matters AS we move deeper into summer in Zimbabwe, temperatures are getting higher, and many parts of the country are already experiencing heatwaves. While most people…
NEW: Zimbabwe steps up fight against TB as the 2025 National TB Conference opens
Rumbidzayi Zinyuke Senior Health Reporter THE 2025 National Tuberculosis (TB) Conference kicked off today in Harare, bringing together more than 250 delegates from across the country to review progress, share…
Zimbabwe earns global recognition for regulatory excellence in medicines, health products
Obey Musiwa Herald Reporter ZIMBABWE has joined a select group of nations recognised for having a well-functioning and internationally trusted regulatory system, following the attainment of the Medicine Regulatory System Maturity Level…
Don’t be afraid, early detection saves lives
Dr Tendai Zuze Health Matters OCTOBER, known around the world as Pink October, is Breast Cancer Awareness Month; a time to reflect, learn, and act. Every year, thousands of women…
Counselling vital for drug abuse survivors
Health Reporter MEDICAL Practitioners have made a passionate plea to parents and guardians of children who are using drugs and other harmful substances to get counselling for them as part…
PREPS FOR ZIMPAPERS CANCER POWER WALK NOW AT ADVANCED STAGE
Oliver Kazunga and Lissa Matassi PREPARATIONS for the 10th edition of the Zimpapers Cancer Power Walk scheduled for November 1 across the country have reached fever-pitch with this year’s event…
Importance of childhood vaccines
Dr Tendai Zuze Health Matters DURING the recent measles and rubella vaccination blitz, health workers across Zimbabwe reported that some parents declined vaccination for their children. While the majority participated,…
Island Hospice battles late cancer diagnosis
Tendai Gukutikwa Health Reporter LATE presentation of cancer cases continues to be a major hurdle confronting the medical fraternity in the country as most patients only seeking help when the…











