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