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Zim tops cancer-burdened countries

Cervical cancer is a major health concern in the country, with approximately 3 043 new cases and 1 976 deaths annually, making it the leading cancer type among women.

By Vanessa Gonye Apr. 29, 2025

Curse of ‘donating’ doctors to rich countries as Zim hospitals crumble

Some estimates say the country must double its staff complement by 2028 if it is to fully cover the demands of a growing population.

By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa Apr. 4, 2025

Curse of ‘donating’ doctors to rich countries as Zim hospitals crumble

Doctors fight silent war with mental health

According to a random survey, doctors have not been spared by mental health challenges which have become a growing concern, amid an economic crisis gripping the nation.

By Nhau Mangirazi Apr. 3, 2025

Doctors fight silent war with mental health

‘Abuja Declaration target remains a pipe dream for Zimbabwe’

He said the situation means that universal access to health remains beyond reach, until the budgetary bottlenecks have been adequately addressed .

By Vanessa Gonye Apr. 2, 2025

‘Abuja Declaration target remains a pipe dream for Zimbabwe’

'Domestic health financing essential'

Rusike said the advent of a new Constitution meant that government as the guarantor must commit to health as a human right and mobilise domestic resources .

By Vanessa Gonye Dec. 24, 2024