We still have cholera in our country
The dehydration which follows may be fulminant and can result in severe electrolyte imbalances, muscle cramps and even acute renal injury.
By Johannes Marisa
10h ago
Briefs: Gwanda mines now STI hotspots
This emerged during a joint health outreach programme by the Health and Child Care ministry and its partners such as the Medecins Sans Frontières.
By Sharon Sibindi
Mar. 17, 2024
Fundraising for rare diseases begins
The RaDDA founder revealed that he has a rare disease called imperforate anus, a condition that affects one in 5 000 live births and he has been having surgeries since birth.
By Margaret Lubinda
Mar. 13, 2024
Farmers want livestock policy reviewed
Nkayi Community Parliament deputy speaker and communal farmer, Nkosilathi Ncube, said the government must control the movement of cattle.
By Silas Nkala
Mar. 3, 2024
Good skin care, lifestyle changes help prevent some skin diseases
Some skin diseases are not preventable. There is no way, for example, to change your genetics or prevent an autoimmune disorder.
By The Zimbabwe Independent
Feb. 23, 2024
What’s fuelling cholera in Southern Africa?
Here’s a breakdown of what’s causing the spread and how many people have been affected:
By Shola Lawa
Feb. 23, 2024
Zim’s January Disease outbreak worries SA
Maja said precautionary measures they took indicated no outbreak of the East Coast Fever or January Disease caused by cattle-adapted strains of Theileria parva, have occurred in SA since 1950s.
By Silas Nkala
Feb. 14, 2024
‘January Disease under control’
In a recent statement, Department of Veterinary Services director Jairus Machakwa said there was a consistent decrease in cases and deaths since 2019
By Gracious Daniel and Ropafadzo Makosi
Feb. 12, 2024
‘New Gweru suburbs are cholera hotspots’
Chivhoko said council would descend on land developers who fail to provide water and sanitation infrastructure for new stands.
By Stephen Chadenga
Feb. 8, 2024