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Sex workers lead HIV response in Masvingo

The approach has made significant headway in most districts across the province, where HIV prevalence among sex workers has historically been high.
By Moses Mugugunyeki Jun. 29, 2025

Health implications of smoking: A public health concern

Smoking damages the lungs, increasing the risk of lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other respiratory diseases.
By Clever Marisa Jun. 29, 2025

Beef and pork: Best way to safeguard public health from parasitic infections

Trichinosis, a parasitic infection caused by Trichinella spiralis, is one of the most significant risks associated with eating undercooked pork.
By Clever Marisa Jun. 22, 2025
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27% of Zim children suffer stunted growth

Children are defined as stunted if their height-for-age is more than two standard deviations below the World Health Organisation child growth standards median.
By Lawrence Maphosa Jun. 8, 2025

Machakaire’s Damascene moment

Public hospitals have become death traps as they lack basic drugs like Paracetamol and sundries such as bandages.
By Newsday May. 6, 2025

The silent crisis stealing Zim’s future

All children have names, dreams, and the right to survive.
By Sharon Dzingayi Apr. 11, 2025

World Health Day 2025 focuses on health of mothers and babies

Each year, WHO picks a theme for the day that focuses on a subject of major importance for global health.
By Cimas Apr. 7, 2025

Health talk: Understanding mental health issues

Mental disorders involve significant disturbances in thinking, emotional regulation or behaviour.
By Dr Johannes Marisa Apr. 6, 2025

US claims ebola funding was restored. Ugandan health workers still haven’t seen the money

An Ebola-focused health worker who asked that her full name not be used for fear of retribution
By Global Press Journal Mar. 6, 2025