Zim turns to Russia to improve maternal healthcare services
The maternal mortality ratio is estimated at 363 per 100 000 live births; and under-five mortality at 39.8 deaths per 1 000 live births, according to available statistics.
By Takudzwa Munemo and Ophar Mavuri
Oct. 24, 2024
Zim records 2 Mpox cases
Mpox was declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern under the International Health Regulations (IHR 2005) by World Health Organization (WHO) on August 14, 2024.
By Takudzwa Munemo
Oct. 13, 2024
Minister raps medical aid service providers
Mombeshora said authorities wanted to institute reforms to guide the operations of medical aid service providers as well as increase domestic funding for health.
By Vanessa Gonye
Sep. 6, 2024
Zim issues Mpox alert
The symptoms of the disease include fever, rash, headache, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, chills, exhaustion and respiratory issues.
By Vanessa Gonye
Sep. 5, 2024
All set for Zima annual conference
This year’s conference will run under the theme Towards Strengthening Healthcare System in Zimbabwe.
By Praise Nyamadzawo
Aug. 23, 2024
136 new vehicles boon for improved health services in remote areas
UNDP will be monitoring their usage and how the vehicles are deployed.
By Gracious Daniel
Aug. 6, 2024
Fresh push to resolve midwives crisis
Health and Child Care minister Douglas Mombeshora revealed this in Parliament during question and answer session last week.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Jul. 15, 2024
Matabeleland tops HIV prevalence rate
Matabeleland South province’s high HIV prevalence has been attributed to its proximity to South Africa and Botswana.
By Sharon Sibindi
Jul. 14, 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
