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Robust health systems could stem climate-related rising cases of malaria
By Pauline Soy
Over the past few decades, remarkable strides have been made to end Africa’s malaria burden. Frontline tools, including insecticide-treated bed nets...
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Minister Masebo Urges Amendments to ZAMMSA and ZPPA Acts for Efficient Drug Procurement
Minister of Health, Sylvia Masebo, has called for urgent amendments to the Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA) Act and the Zambia Public...
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Concerns Raised as Pregnant Women in Kanchibiya District Opt for Home Births Over Health Facilities
The increasing number of pregnant women giving birth at home has raised concerns among health authorities in Kanchibiya District of Muchinga Province. Kanchibiya District...
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Sylvia Masebo calls for safer food handling to prevent illnesses, fatalities and costs on the health care system
Minister of Health Sylvia Masebo has called for safer food handling in order to prevent illnesses, fatalities and reduce costs on the health care...
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Adolescents and Young people remain the worst hit by the number of new HIV infections in Zambia
Minister of Health Sylvia Masebo has said adolescents and young people remain the worst hit by the number of new HIV infections in Zambia.
Ms....
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Zambia engages Gavi to build a robust local pharmaceutical manufacturing industry
ZAMBIA has engaged Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance on its path to build a robust local pharmaceutical manufacturing industry in the bid to facilitate for...
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Fred M’membe Questions Government’s Explanation for Drug and Equipment Shortage
The President of the Socialist Party, Fred M'membe, has raised concerns about the Zambian government's failure to provide a clear and honest explanation for...
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Indian Pharmaceutical Companies Show Interest in Setting up Manufacturing Plants in Zambia
The Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA) has welcomed the interest expressed by globally renowned Indian pharmaceutical companies in establishing manufacturing plants in...