Category: #COVID19

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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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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Russia unveils coronavirus vaccine, claiming victory in global race before final testing is complete

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MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Tuesday that the country has become the first to approve a coronavirus vaccine, developed by the Gamaleya Institute in Moscow, with production and tens of thousands of inoculations to follow. SOURCE: Washington Post Officials have pledged to vaccinate millions of people, including teachers and front line health-care workers, with the experimental coronavirus vaccine beginning this month, raising global alarm that the country is jumping dangerously ahead of critical, large scale testing that is essential to determine if it is safe and effective. Russian officials…

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Parirenyatwa Hospital Running Out Of Beds To Admit COVID-19 Patients- Audit

Michael Gwarisa

THE prevailing COVID-19 pandemic has exerted pressure on the country’s biggest referral hospital’s admission capacity amidst indications that the institution is running out of beds to admit new patients, an audit report of the facility for the period July 1 to July 24 2020 has revealed By Michael Gwarisa The beds shortage also comes at a time  the country is battling a COVID-19 pandemic which has already claimed 104 lives and infected 4649 in Zimbabwe. The audit report which was conducted by Parirenyatwa Hospital’s Clinical Team which comprised of Doctors…

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3 Week Old Baby Becomes Latest and Youngest Zim COVID-19 Death

Michael Gwarisa

A three weeks old baby has become Zimbabwe’s latest COVID-19 casualty, bringing the cumulative number of deaths to 102. By Michael Gwarisa The baby is also the youngest case and death to have ever been reported in the country since the disease was reported in Zimbabwe in March this year. According to the Ministry of Health and Child Care’s (MoHCC) daily update, the baby together with other five deaths were recorded yesterday. Today we regret to report five deaths which were recorded from 3-5 August 2020 in the community and…

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Gvt, UNFPA Raise Concern Over Widening Contraceptive Gap Due To COVID-19

Michael Gwarisa

THE Ministry of Women Affairs, Community and Small and Medium Enterprises Development and United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) have bemoaned the challenges being faced by women  and girls to access contraceptives and family planning services during the COVID-19 induced lockdown. By Michael Gwarisa Speaking during a Virtual Media briefing to commemorate World Population Day which ran under theme, “Putting the brakes on COVID-19: How to Safeguard the Health and Rights of Women and Girls Now?” Women Affairs Minister, Dr Sithembiso Nyoni said the lockdown had made access to critical contraceptives…

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SAT, Partners Host Young People’s SRHR & COVID-19 Community Awareness Campaign

Michael Gwarisa

THE Southern African AIDS Trust (SAT Zimbabwe) together with the Youth Aspire Development Trust (YADT) and the Population Services Zimbabwe (PSZ) yesterday held a full day community awareness campaign in Chitungwiza to sensitize young people and the community on available Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) services. By Michael Gwarisa In an interview with HealthTimes, SAT Zimbabwe SRHR Youth Officer Vimbai Nyika said the youth hub outreach was aimed at disseminating information on SRHR and COVID-19 since there is a strong intersection between the two components. With the coming…

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