Category: BREAKING NEWS

Zimbabwe COVID-19 Cases Breach 5000 Benchmark

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EIGHTY two new COVID-19 cases were recorded today (August 14, 2020), bringing the total number of cumulative cases to 5072. HealthTimes Reporter According to the Ministry of Health and Child Care’s (MoHCC) daily COVID-19 update, all the 82 cases were local infections and no deaths were recorded. “82 new cases and no deaths were recorded in the last 24 hours. All 82 were local cases. Zimbabwe goes past 5000 cases and active cases have gone up to 2946 today. 71 new recoveries were recorded. As of August 14 2020, Zimbabwe…

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Harare COVID-19 Recoveries Still Very Low

Michael Gwarisa

HARARE Province is still lagging behind other provinces in terms of recording new recoveries from the COVID-19 disease, the Ministry of Health and Child Care daily COVID-19 sitrep has indicated. By Michael Gwarisa According to the update, Harare still has the highest number of active cases compared other provinces with a total 1765 active cases since the virus was reported in the country in March. To date, Harare only has recorded 76 recoveries and 71 deaths, also making it the province with the highest casualties. Bulawayo on the other hand…

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Secondary Education Should Prepare Young People for Work, says New Report Released by the Mastercard Foundation

Michael Gwarisa

KIGALI, Rwanda, August 13th, 2020, -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- The Mastercard Foundation today released an important new report, Secondary Education in Africa: Preparing Youth for the Future of Work. Report findings indicate that changes in the nature of work are placing a premium on skills that help young people be adaptable, resilient, and creative problem solvers. Secondary education that provides relevant skills to young workers will help improve productivity, particularly in the informal sector, and will play an important role in driving long-term economic growth and reducing poverty in Africa.…

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How to recognize Covid-19 symptoms in children, based on pediatricians’ advice

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(CNN)Are parents really supposed to be reassured by all this talk about “mild” cases of Covid-19 in children? What about the unfortunate “few” youngsters who have died or come down with a strange and severe associated illness? No parent wants to take the odds that their child might be the exception to the rule. “We’ve had 90 deaths in children in the United States already, in just a few months,” Dr. Sean O’Leary, vice-chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Infectious Diseases, told CNN’s Anderson Cooper on Monday.…

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Only 15 Poly Clinics Operational in Harare

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THE City of Harare has released names of the 15 poly clinics which are still operational. Operational Council Health Facilities. 1. Mbare Poly Clinic 2. Highfield Poly Clinic 3. Glen View Poly Clinic 4. Kuwadzana Poly Clinic 5. Hatcliffe Poly Clinic 6. Mabvuku Poly Clinic 7. Hatfield Satellite 8. Tariro Satellite 9. Budiriro Satellite 10. Mabelreign Satellite 11. Parirenyatwa PCC 12. Tafara Satellite 13. Mabvuku Satellite 14. Wilkins Hospital 15. BRIDH

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Young People Should Lead SRHR Conversation From The Front- Dr Mushunje

Michael Gwarisa

Sexual Reproductive Health Rights Africa Trust  (SAT) Country Director, Dr Mildred Mushunje has called on youths across the country to be active participants concerning issues affecting their Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) if tangible results are to be realized. By Michael Gwarisa Speaking during an Intergenerational conversation on Meaningful Youth participation in commemoration of the International Youth Day live on Capitalk FM, Dr Mushunje said no one was qualified to talk about issues affecting young people more than the young people themselves. We realized that more often than not,…

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Safety Remains Top Priority As United States Government Develops Vaccine

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AS America and the world is working swiftly to develop a vaccine against SARS-CoV-2, the new coronavirus responsible for COVID-19, the United States Government has emphasized that they would prioritize safety above anything else in developing the much awaited vaccine. Many people are pinning their hopes on the development of a safe and effective vaccine for COVID-19 that can stop the spread of the virus. Through its Operation Warp Speed initiative, the Trump administration is investing billions of dollars to accelerate efforts in the U.S. to develop, manufacture and distribute…

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51st Union World Conference on Lung Health to be held virtually 20-24 October 2020

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IN light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) has announced today that the 51st Union World Conference on Lung Health (Union World Conference) will be virtual. HealthTimes Reporter Originally planned to be held in Seville in Spain, the event will continue to host a programme featuring cutting edge science around tuberculosis (TB), air pollution and tobacco control, but also deliver a track and special sessions dedicated to COVID-19 and its intersection with lung health and infectious diseases. Dr Anthony Fauci, Director of NIAID and…

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Avoid Risky Promiscuous Behavior During Lockdown- NAC

Michael Gwarisa

THE National AIDS Council (NAC) has implored citizens to desist from engaging in risky promiscuous sexual behavior under the prevailing lockdown period to avoid an increase in new HIV cases amongst the population. By Michael Gwarisa In an interview with HealthTimes, NAC Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dr Bernard Madzima said people need to be vigilant especially during these times when access to various health services including HIV services could be restricted in some instances owing to the strict lockdown regulations. During this COVID-19 lockdown or new normal, there are a…

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More Than Half Of Zim COVID-19 Cases Recorded Amongst Males

Michael Gwarisa

THE Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC) has indicated that the COVID-19 is hitting men harder as compared to women in Zimbabwe. By Michael Gwarisa According to  the MoHCC Daily Sitrep of August 11, 2020, at least 54.96% of COVID-19 recorded in the country to date have been picked amongst males. More males have been affected when compared to females. Most Covid-19 cases are in the 20 – 40 years age groups. There are more females affected as age rises. 1 055 000 cases have been recorded amongst males…

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