General News
Government Removes Buyback Option From NHIMA
Minister of Labour and Social Security Brenda Tembatamba announced the removal of the buyback option under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIMA).
Ms Tambatamba...
Health
Zambia National Public Health Institute Collaborates with Government Agencies to Address Zoonotic Disease Risks Amid Drought
Amidst growing concerns over the impact of drought on public health, the Zambia National Public Health Institute (ZNPHI) has embarked on a collaborative effort...
Health
Government Urges Adherence to Regulations in In-Vitro Fertilization Clinics
The government has called upon the Zambia Medical Association (ZMA) and other stakeholders to ensure that providers of In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) adhere to regulations...
Health
Government Concerned Over Rise in Diabetes Cases In Zambia
In a recent statement, Health Minister Sylvia Masebo voiced the government's apprehension regarding the escalating number of diabetes cases across the country.
Citing data...
Health
Government Urges Schools to Ensure Suitable Learning Environment Amidst Cholera Concerns
As schools in Zambia prepare to resume classes on February 12th, 2024, the government has issued a directive urging all educational institutions, parents, and...
Health
NZP+ welcomes introduction of new long acting injectable ARV
By Dennis Chibuye
The Network of Zambian People Living with HIV/AIDS (NZP+) says the newly launched long acting injectable Cabotegravir PrEP is a game changer...
Health
Zambia To Offer Injectable PrEP For HIV Prevention
Zambia has become the first country in Africa to offer an injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis medicine for HIV prevention.
Injectable PrEP is a safe and effective...
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NGO Praises Government For Progress in Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
An NGO called Medicines Research and Access Platform (MEDRAP) says it is pleased with the progress made by the Government in ensuring availability and...